Which African fungal discovery made headlines in 2026 involving a new species parasitizing other fungi?
A
Pleurocordyceps cornusynnemata
B
Ophiocordyceps unilateralis
C
Cordyceps militaris
D
Beauveria bassiana
Correct Answer: Option A — Pleurocordyceps cornusynnemata
Explanation:
Malaysian researchers identified Pleurocordyceps cornusynnemata a new fungal species in Borneo that parasitizes Ophiocordyceps fungi infecti...
Malaysian researchers identified Pleurocordyceps cornusynnemata a new fungal species in Borneo that parasitizes Ophiocordyceps fungi infecting ants discovered in 2026.