Parasite Effects on Snails

The video explores the fascinating lifecycle of the lucco chloridium worms, which turn snails into 'zombies' to complete their reproductive cycle. The worms manipulate the snails to expose themselves to birds, which then ingest the parasites. The cycle continues as birds excrete the worm eggs, which are consumed by snails. Interestingly, infected snails may live longer than uninfected ones, showcasing the complex relationship between host and parasite.

What organism invades the Amber snail to turn it into a zombie?

• Viruses

• Fungi

• Bacteria

• Lucco chloridium worms

How do the parasites make the snail's eye stalks more attractive to birds?

• By making them glow in the dark

• By changing their color and shape

• By making them emit a sweet scent

• By making them produce a sound

What happens to the parasites after birds ingest them?

• They make the bird sick

• They die in the bird's stomach

• They reproduce in the bird's gut

• They turn into butterflies

How do snails become reinfected with the parasites?

• By eating infected leaves

• By drinking contaminated water

• By consuming bird droppings

• By touching other infected snails

What unusual behavior do infected snails exhibit?

• They stop moving entirely

• They crawl into plain view of birds

• They hide from birds

• They dig underground

What is one ironic outcome for snails infected by the parasites?

• They can fly

• They become faster

• They live longer than uninfected snails

• They become immune to other diseases

What is the primary purpose of the worms controlling the snail's behavior?

• To increase the chances of being eaten by birds

• To help the snail find food

• To make the snail more attractive to other snails

• To protect the snail from predators