
Chytrids
Scientific name: Chytridiomycota
Chytrids
Scientific name: Chytridiomycota

Description

Chytrids are microscopic fungi found in water and soil worldwide. They have unique swimming spores with a single whip-like tail. Many chytrids play crucial roles in ecosystems as decomposers, while some are plant or animal parasites. These fungi have simple body structures and reproduce both sexually and asexually. Some species can survive harsh conditions by forming thick-walled resting spores.

Species of Chytrids


Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chytrids