Scientists discover spider that disguises itself as a parasitic fungus

Scientists have discovered a new Amazonian spider with an astonishing disguise: it looks like a parasitic fungus. The species, Taczanowskia waska, mimics both the appearance and behavior of the fungus, helping it stay hidden from predators and potentially catch prey more easily.

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来源:Semafor · 作者:Editorial · 2026-06-18· 分类:GlobalThe World at a Glance原文链接:https://semafor.com …

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