How the parasite accomplishes this is still a mystery.
But eventually, the tarantula will die, according to the university.
What does any of this have to do with actor known for roles inThe NewsroomandDumb and Dumber?
It’s a references to his 1990 horror-comedy filmArachnophobia.
The newly named parasite is a nematode.
The findings were published Monday in theJournal of Parasitology.
Daniels said in a statement that he is honored.
