The host raised its wings, allowing the parasite B. esakii to emerge (IMAGE)

University of Tsukuba

The host raised its wings, allowing the parasite B. esakii to emerge

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The host raised its wings, allowing B. esakii to extend its body outward (left). Approximately 10 seconds later, the parasite fully emerged from the host body (right).

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Natsuho Ishikawa

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