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Cretaceous Creepers: Unreal Amber Fossils Reveal Zombie Fungus Invading Bugs Like 'The Last of Us'

TL;DR

Unbelievable amber fossils have unveiled that a type of zombie fungus, much like in 'The Last of Us', was infecting insects 99 million years ago.

Key takeaways:

  • Amber fossils show fungal infections resembling 'Last of Us' scenarios.
  • The Cretaceous period was home to bizarre ecosystems filled with terrifying fungi.
  • New species of fungi were discovered, illustrating the ancient battle for survival.

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