Twice a year, the picturesque and quiet village of Kayabuki no Sato puts on a popular water display. Though the event does attract tourists, its true purpose is to test the 62 fire extinguishers scattered across the historic site. Just before the houses (and the passersby) are doused with water, small huts designed in the traditional style of the village open up their roofs to … [Read more...] about Japanese Village Hosts “Water Hose Festival” To Test Its Impressive Fire Extinguishing System
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Parasitic Marvels: Exploring the Fascinating World of Ophiocordyceps Caloceroides and Its Insect Hosts
The photo depicts a fascinating example of the natural world - a species of fungus known as Ophiocordyceps caloceroides. This particular species of fungus is parasitic and is known for its unique ability to infect and take over the bodies of insects, using them as a host to reproduce and spread. Ophiocordyceps caloceroides is a member of the Cordyceps family, which is made … [Read more...] about Parasitic Marvels: Exploring the Fascinating World of Ophiocordyceps Caloceroides and Its Insect Hosts