Fun Facts About Fungi Kingdom «DIRECT ⚡»

: Over 110 species of fungi can glow in the dark . This eerie green light, sometimes called "foxfire," is caused by a compound called luciferin and is used to attract insects that help spread the mushroom's spores.

: The Ophiocordyceps unilateralis fungus can infect carpenter ants , take over their brains, and compel them to climb to a location with perfect conditions for the fungus to grow and release its spores. Fungi in Our Daily Lives 8 fantastic facts about fungi | BBC Earth Fun Facts About Fungi Kingdom

The Kingdom Fungi is a diverse realm of organisms—including mushrooms, yeasts, and molds—that are more biologically similar to animals than plants. Mind-Blowing Biological Facts : Over 110 species of fungi can glow in the dark