If you've ever heard of a "zombie ant," then you're already familiar with the brain-eating fungus that affects fire ants and other insects. The story of how a tiny parasitic fungus can hijack the behavior of an ant is not only fascinating but also a prime example of the incredible,...
1. The Mystery of Hummingbirds (Long-billed Hawkmoth) Hummingbirds (class Aves) are as large as swallows and smaller than wasps. The plumage color is usually extremely bright, the beak is slender and tubular, and the tongue can be retracted freely. It often flies betwee...