This research examines fungi that naturally infect and kill pest insects, exploring their potential use as natural pesticides. These fungi could provide environmentally friendly alternatives to chemical pesticides for controlling agricultural and forest pests. Impact on everyday life: – Could lead to safer, more natural pest control options for farmers and gardeners – May reduce reliance on chemical pesticides in food production – Could help protect forests and crops from destructive insects more sustainably – Might provide new tools for controlling disease-carrying insects like mosquitoes – Could contribute to more environmentally friendly agricultural practices