In this episode of Stranger Creatures, we explore some of the Amazon rainforest’s most bizarre fungi, including the infamous “zombie” fungus. Known as Cordyceps, these parasitic organisms infect insects and take control of their bodies.
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About this series
In Stranger Creatures, biologist Romi Castagnino ventures into the Amazon rainforest to uncover weird and wonderful animals. Stay tuned to meet mind-controlling fungi and frogs with see-through skin!
