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Entomopathogenic fungi are pathogenic microorganisms commonly found in nature that infect insects and other arthropods, leading to their death. The term, derived from the Greek words “entomo” (insect) and “pathogen” (disease-causing), describes organisms that function as natural enemies in ecosystems and play a crucial role in suppressing pest insect populations. Their use in agriculture, forestry, and public health as biological control agents is increasingly widespread due to their environment

Ophiocordyceps sinensis is an entomopathogenic fungal species belonging to the phylum Ascomycota. This fungus occurs naturally at high altitudes ranging between 3,000 and 5,000 meters in the Himalayan regions of China, Nepal, India, and Tibet. Traditionally known as “winter worm, summer grass” in Chinese medicine, Ophiocordyceps sinensis parasitizes ghost moth larvae of the genus Hepialus. After infection, the fungus develops within the host's body, ultimately forming a dark, club-shaped fruitin