Nematode-trapping fungi, such as Duddingtonia flagrans , are fascinating carnivorous microorganisms. In a nutrient-rich environment they live as saprotrophs, but if nutrients are scarce and in the presence of nematodes, they can switch to a predatory lifestyle. The switch is characterized by the formation of complex, adhesive trap structures. The interaction requires a sophisticated interspecies communication with pheromones, secondary metabolites, and virulence factors.
| Journal | BIOspektrum |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Springer |
| Publication Date | 2021-11-01 |
| Publication Year | 2021 |
| Volume | 27 |
| Issue | 7 |
| Pages | 686-689 |
| Document Type | Journal Article |
| Print ISSN | 0947-0867 |
| eISSN | 1868-6249 |
| DOI | 10.1007/s12268-021-1668-3 |
| NARA Access Coverage | 2011-01-01~Current |
|---|---|
| Journal Homepage | https://www.springer.com/journal/12268 |
| Publisher Page | Open Publisher Page |