Trichomycetes
- Pronunciation
- /tri-kom-i-see-tes/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Trichomycete
- Plural
- Trichomycetes
Definition
A group of obligate endosymbionts, traditionally considered fungi, that are associated with the digestive tracts of arthropods, including insects.
Etymology
Example
Trichomycetes were initially thought to be fungi but are now known to be a distinct group with some members classified as protists.
Related Terms
- Mesomycetozoea
- Amoebidiales
- Eccrinales