Parasitic worms highjack their hosts' free will, and scientists finally think they know how

Parasitic worms highjack their hosts' free will, and scientists finally think they know how

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In a fight between this measly worm and majestic mantis, who do you think would win? You might be surprised. TBD Horsehair worms can control a host's brain and steer it to water, where it drowns. Scientists have studied the worms' mind-controlling power for years. But what's really going on? New…

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