Zombie-like fungus could turn cicadas into 'saltshakers of death' this summer: experts

CLEVELAND (WJW/NEXSTAR) — An epic amount of cicadas are expected to soon infiltrate over a dozen states, with two broods emerging from their current earthen homes to fill the air with their song.

But some of the bugs will bring far more foul luggage: a fungus that has a zombie-like effect on their bodies and minds. If your own mind immediately conjured thoughts of "The Last of Us," don't worry — this fungus will only affect cicadas.

We're only a couple of weeks away from Brood XIX emerging.