Creepy Moment: 'The Last of Us' Zombie Fungus Found Infecting Tarantula

Discovery Raises Concerns as Climate Change Expands Fungal Range

The zombie fungus, Ophiocordyceps unilateralis, is a parasitic fungus that infects insects and arachnids, including tarantulas.

Once infected, the fungus takes control of the host's behavior, forcing it to climb to a high point and hang from a leaf or twig.

The fungus then releases spores that spread to other victims.

In a recent study, researchers discovered a tarantula infected with the zombie fungus in the Amazon rainforest.

This is the first known case of the fungus infecting a tarantula in the wild.

The researchers believe that the fungus may be spreading due to climate change, which is expanding its range.

The discovery raises concerns about the potential impact of the fungus on tarantula populations.

The fungus could also pose a threat to other animals that share the rainforest habitat with tarantulas.

Further research is needed to determine the extent of the threat.

There is no known way to prevent infection with the zombie fungus.

However, researchers are studying the fungus in the hope of finding ways to control its spread.

The discovery of the zombie fungus infecting a tarantula is a reminder of the potential dangers of climate change.

Further research is needed to determine the extent of the threat and to find ways to protect tarantula populations.