In a scene reminiscent of ‘The Last of Us’, here’s an entomopathogenic (Ophiocordyceps) fungi-infected European wasp (Vespula germanica) I found in NZ bush.

Although it’s presumably a terrible way to go, I can’t say I’m too sorry, as these wasps are an introduced pest of major concern in Aotearoa!

#Entomology #Fungi #Macrophotography #Nature #NaturePhotography