Tags: Fungus

Banana Killing Fungus Reaches the Americas

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 08.12.2019 13:13 PM

After decades of confinement to the Eastern hemisphere, a deadly, banana killing fungus has made its way to Latin America.

Why Zombie Ants Do That Thing They Do

07.23.2019 09:13 AM

Zombie ants drop their jaws, not because of mind control, but because of muscular manipulation. Carpenter ants are known to 'transform' into zombie ants when infected by a parasitic fungus of the genus Ophiocordyceps that are also called zombie ant fungi.

Study into Fungal Infection Shows Genetic Susceptibility in Hmong

07.16.2019 10:21 AM

Researchers discovered that Asians included those with a disappropriate danger of developing blastomycosis infections relative to other groups in the U.S. and they ruled out recreation and gardening practices

Cans of Hunt's Tomato Paste Have Been Recalled Because of Molds

04.08.2019 08:02 AM

Conagra Brands Inc. issued an immediate and voluntary recall for six-ounce cans of their product, Hunt's tomato paste because of mold concerns.

Female Zombie Beetles Encourages Male Beetles To Make Love To Spread Fungus Infection

06.14.2017 17:08 PM

Female zombie beetles which had been infected by a fungus has a unique way to spread the infection. The female zombie beetles will use their attraction to make love with the males, thus spreading spores carrying fungus on them .

World's Largest Living Thing Is A Fungus Not The Blue Whale

05.07.2017 13:58 PM

The Humongous Fungus has taken over the title of the world's largest living thing from the blue whale.

This Silky Ant Named 'Radiohead' Can Farm Fungus For Their Own Diet

04.25.2017 04:50 AM

Researchers found Crystal-Haired Radiohead Ant from Venezuelan Amazon. Most interesting fact about this ant is, it can produce their food in their garden. they have a protective layer in their body that keeps them secure from parasites.

Bats In Texas Are In Danger Of Getting White-Nose Disease

03.26.2017 19:51 PM

Lethal fungus named Pseudogymnoascus Destructans is causing mass deaths in the bats of Texas. Scientists found this fungus can cause white nose disease which leads the bats to death. this disease was first found in 2006, since then it's been spreading at the speed of 100 miles per year.