 The entomophora muskiedrosophila melanogaster zombie fly system has revealed the mechanisms behind the zombolite behavior caused by certain parasitic fungi. These fungi infect the fly's brain and disrupt its normal functions, resulting in a sudden burst of movement. This movement is triggered by changes in the fly's metabolism, which are caused by the fungus invading the fly's bloodstream. Additionally, the fungus also affects the fly's circadian rhythm, causing it to become active at times when it would normally be resting. Finally, the fungus causes the fly to produce more juvenile hormones, which are released into the fly's brain and trigger the burst of movement. This article was authored by Caroline Ilyer, Danilo Lavrentovich, Emily Lee, and others.