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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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