Cordyceps Turned These Ants Into Zombies

The video explores the phenomenon of zombified ants, which are manipulated by a fungus to perform a 'death grip' on leaves. This behavior is ancient, with fossil evidence dating back millions of years. The fungus evolved this manipulation as a response to ants' social immunity, a defense mechanism against pathogens. The video also discusses the evolutionary adaptations of the fungus to different environments and the origins of zombification, highlighting the complex relationship between the fungus and its ant hosts.

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