Imagine a world where creatures can manipulate the minds and bodies of others, turning them into living zombies. This isn’t the plot of a science fiction movie, but rather a fascinating phenomenon occurring in nature. Parasites, tiny organisms that live in or on a host, often exhibit astonishing abilities to control their hosts’ behaviors, leading ...
Picture this: you’re fast asleep in your bed when a tiny, silent visitor lands on your face. Instead of biting you or stealing your blood, this creature does something almost unthinkable—it gently sips the tears from your eyes. This isn’t science fiction; it’s the remarkable world of lachryphagous moths, tear-drinking insects that have evolved one ...
Imagine spending your life in perfect health, only to suddenly feel compelled to dig your own grave, crawl inside, and wait for the end. This shocking scenario isn’t the plot of a horror film—it’s the real-life fate of countless insects manipulated by one of nature’s most cunning master criminals: a parasitic organism. The idea that ...
Leander McCabe Maritz, BA (Law) English & Philosophy
