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Zombie fungus uses dead female flies to infect healthy flies using spores

A fungus launches infectious spores using pressurized liquid bursts from dead flies. These spores are propelled with significant force, reaching speeds up to ten meters per second. Spore size is crucial, balancing momentum for dispersal and air current transport. Dead female flies attract males, aiding spore spread through contact and movement. This remarkable fungal artillery ensures continued infection and life cycle progression.

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