Fungus “Zombies” Spiders in Northern Ireland Discovery
Scientists have discovered a new fungus, Gibellula attenboroughii, that manipulates spiders’ behavior, turning them into “zombies.” The fungus was found in Northern Ireland and is believed to target the shaded orbweaver spider. Infected spiders appear to leave their webs and migrate to die after exposure to the fungus. Similar behavior has been observed in ants … Read more