The Gruesome Manipulation of Cicadas by Parasitic Fungi

This chapter explores the intriguing dynamics between cicadas and the parasitic fungus Massospora, highlighting its manipulative influence over its hosts. It vividly depicts the transformation of cicadas into spore-releasing entities, showcasing the bizarre and eerie aspects of this parasitic relationship.

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