Scientists discover new parasite in jungle that preys on insect-killing "zombie fungus"

Scientists discover new parasite in jungle that preys on insect-killing "zombie fungus"

Scientists say the "hyperparasite" preys on "zombie fungus" known to infect insects before subjecting them to a gruesome death.

New ‘hyperparasite’ fungus has been found in Malaysia's Borneo rainforest that lives on other fungi

Science News: The rainforests of Borneo are often described as some of the richest ecosystems on Earth, yet they continue to produce surprises that have remained hi.

Scientists discover 'hyperparasite' in Borneo jungle

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian scientists have discovered a new species of parasitic fungus in Borneo that preys on the "zombie fungus" known to kill insects.

Scientists discover ‘hyperparasite’ in Malaysia Borneo jungle

The fungus belongs to the genus Pleurocordyceps and acts as a specialised hyperparasite. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Scientists discover ‘hyperparasite’ in Borneo jungle

The fungus was discovered after scientists studied a dead ant collected from the Danum Valley, a remote area in southern Sabah. (EPA Images pic) KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian scientists have discovered a new species of parasitic fungus in Borneo’s jungles that preys on “zombie fungus” that are known to infect insects before subjecting them to a gruesome death. The new species was collected during multiple field trips conducted by the University Malays…