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Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

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The Intriguing Life Cycle of Parasitic Fungi and Ants

This chapter explores the complex relationship between a parasitic fungus and ants, questioning whether the fungus kills the ant or if exhaustion leads to the ant's demise. The speakers examine the lifecycle of the fungus, its evolutionary benefits, and the harrowing experiences of the ants involved.

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