Cordyceps, also known as the “zombie-ant” fungus, has been known to occur in Florida. This fungus hijacks the motor functions of the host’s brain and eventually kills them off- hence the name “zombie virus.” The fungus causes the ants to continue spreading the spores to other ants. This is most common in tropical climates, which can include Florida. Humans are immune to cordyceps, and this poses no danger to us.