Nematode-Trapping Fungi

These chapters provide up-to-date information on nematophagous fungi, particularly those of the Orbiliaceae in Ascomycota, whose asexual states produce nematode-trapping devices. The authors consider fungal-nematode interactions, fossil fungi, the biodive

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Fungal Diversity Research Series Volume 23 Series Editor: Kevin D. Hyde

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Ke-Qin Zhang • Kevin D. Hyde Editors

Nematode-Trapping Fungi

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Editors Ke-Qin Zhang Laboratory of Conservation and Utilization of Bio-Resources Yunnan University Kunming China

Kevin D. Hyde Institute of Excellence in Fungal Research, and School of Science Mae Fah Luang University Chiang Rai Thailand

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Preface

Nematophagous fungi are an important, fascinating group of soil microorganisms that can suppress the populations of plant-parasitic nematodes. They have been studied over several decades and the beautiful micrographs of these fungi trapping nematodes have marveled scientists and students alike. These remarkable fungi are also important potential biocontrol agents of nematodes d