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Arthrophaga myriapodina Fungus which has parasitized a millipede found on a forested trail.<br /> <br /> This species of pathogenic &quot;zombie&quot; fungus specializes on millipedes. Once the spores have found a way into the host&#039;s body, the fungus ultimately assumes control of the millipede entirely. The host behavior is hijacked in order to amplify spore dispersal; expended hosts are often found in elevated positions like tree branches or the higher positions. 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Once the spores have found a way into the host&#039;s body, the fungus ultimately assumes control of the millipede entirely. The host behavior is hijacked in order to amplify spore dispersal; expended hosts are often found in elevated positions like tree branches or the higher positions. 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Once the spores have found a way into the host&#039;s body, the fungus ultimately assumes control of the millipede entirely. The host behavior is hijacked in order to amplify spore dispersal; expended hosts are often found in elevated positions like tree branches or the higher positions. 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Once the spores have found a way into the host&#039;s body, the fungus ultimately assumes control of the millipede entirely. The host behavior is hijacked in order to amplify spore dispersal; expended hosts are often found in elevated positions like tree branches or the higher positions. Zombie millipedes are often spotted following periods of heavy rain.<br /> <br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106804/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106802/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106801/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106803/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html Arthrophaga myriapodina,Geotagged,United States,Winter" /></a></figure><br /> Arthrophaga myriapodina,Geotagged,United States,Winter Click/tap to enlarge

Arthrophaga myriapodina

Fungus which has parasitized a millipede found on a forested trail.

This species of pathogenic "zombie" fungus specializes on millipedes. Once the spores have found a way into the host's body, the fungus ultimately assumes control of the millipede entirely. The host behavior is hijacked in order to amplify spore dispersal; expended hosts are often found in elevated positions like tree branches or the higher positions. Zombie millipedes are often spotted following periods of heavy rain.

Arthrophaga myriapodina Fungus which has parasitized a millipede found on a forested trail.<br /> <br /> This species of pathogenic "zombie" fungus specializes on millipedes. Once the spores have found a way into the host's body, the fungus ultimately assumes control of the millipede entirely. The host behavior is hijacked in order to amplify spore dispersal; expended hosts are often found in elevated positions like tree branches or the higher positions. Zombie millipedes are often spotted following periods of heavy rain.<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106803/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106802/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106801/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106800/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html Arthrophaga myriapodina,Geotagged,United States,Winter

Arthrophaga myriapodina Fungus which has parasitized a millipede found on a forested trail.<br /> <br /> This species of pathogenic "zombie" fungus specializes on millipedes. Once the spores have found a way into the host's body, the fungus ultimately assumes control of the millipede entirely. The host behavior is hijacked in order to amplify spore dispersal; expended hosts are often found in elevated positions like tree branches or the higher positions. Zombie millipedes are often spotted following periods of heavy rain.<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106804/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106803/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106801/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106800/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html Arthrophaga myriapodina,Geotagged,United States,Winter

Arthrophaga myriapodina Fungus which has parasitized a millipede found on a forested trail.<br /> <br /> This species of pathogenic "zombie" fungus specializes on millipedes. Once the spores have found a way into the host's body, the fungus ultimately assumes control of the millipede entirely. The host behavior is hijacked in order to amplify spore dispersal; expended hosts are often found in elevated positions like tree branches or the higher positions. Zombie millipedes are often spotted following periods of heavy rain.<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106804/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106802/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106803/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106800/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html Arthrophaga myriapodina,Geotagged,United States,Winter

Arthrophaga myriapodina Fungus which has parasitized a millipede found on a forested trail. <br /> <br /> This species of pathogenic "zombie" fungus specializes on millipedes. Once the spores have found a way into the host's body, the fungus ultimately assumes control of the millipede entirely. The host behavior is hijacked in order to amplify spore dispersal; expended hosts are often found in elevated positions like tree branches or the higher positions. Zombie millipedes are often spotted following periods of heavy rain.<br /> <br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106804/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106802/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106801/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html<br /> https://www.jungledragon.com/image/106803/arthrophaga_myriapodina.html Arthrophaga myriapodina,Geotagged,United States,Winter

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The Arthrophaga myriapodina

''Arthrophaga myriapodina'' is a fungus in the Entomophthorales that parasitizes the millipedes ''Apheloria virginiensis corrugata'', ''Boraria infesta'', and ''Nannaria'' sp. Infected millipedes typically climb to an elevated spot before death.

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Similar species: Entomophthorales
Species identified by Flown Kimmerling
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Uploaded Jan 5, 2021. Captured Jan 4, 2021 15:54 in 1850 Carters Dam Rd, Chatsworth, GA 30705, USA.
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  • Canon EOS 6D Mark II
  • f/22.0
  • 1/128s
  • ISO200
  • 100mm
Captured in the winter. More winter photos.