# Zombie-ant fungus discovered thriving in mosses too

Researchers found that the parasitic fungus known for infecting and controlling ants also lives in moss habitats. This suggests the fungus has a broader ecological range than previously known, potentially affecting ant populations in new environments. The discovery sheds light on how this mind-altering pathogen persists and spreads.

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### Technology
- [Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/08/parasitic-zombie-fungus-thrives-in-mosses-too/) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:13:45 +0000