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Kingdoms Of Life SAL Pattern 4 - Fungi⁠ .⁠ An Introduction to Fungi⁠ .⁠ Fungi are a fascinating and diverse group of organisms that belong to the Kingdom Fungi. They occupy a unique place in the natural world, exhibiting characteristics that set them apart from both plants and animals. With over 144,000 known species, fungi can be found in virtually every ecosystem on Earth, from the depths of the oceans to the tops of mountains. They play vital roles in various ecological processes and have significant impacts on human societies.⁠ .⁠ Unlike plants, fungi lack chlorophyll and are incapable of photosynthesis. Instead, they obtain their nutrients by breaking down organic matter or by forming mutualistic associations with other organisms. Fungi are primarily composed of thread-like structures called hyphae, which intertwine to form a complex network known as mycelium. This mycelial network allows fungi to efficiently extract nutrients from their surroundings, making them essential decomposers in ecosystems.⁠ .⁠ Fungi exhibit a wide range of forms and functions. Some fungi, such as mushrooms, are visible to the naked eye and produce reproductive structures called fruiting bodies. These structures are often ephemeral and release spores that enable the fungi to reproduce. Other fungi, such as molds and yeasts, are microscopic and can be found in various habitats, including soil, water, and even within the bodies of plants and animals.⁠ .⁠ Fungi play crucial roles in nutrient cycling and ecosystem functioning. As decomposers, they break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the environment. This process is vital for maintaining healthy soils and nutrient availability for other organisms. ⁠ .⁠ #KingdomsOfLifeSAL #KingdomsOfLife⁠ #stitchonomysals #Stitchonomysal⁠ #Stitchonomy #StitchAlong #SAL⁠ #Fungi #Mushrooms #FantasticFungi #Taxonomy #AnimalKingdom #Fungikingdom #Linnaeus⁠ #crossstitch⁠ #crossstitchersofinstagram #kruissteek #handmade⁠ #xstitch #crossstitching #crossstitcher #needlework⁠ #xstitchersofinstagram #stitchersofinstagram⁠ #crossstitchlove #pointdecroix #xstitcher #dmc⁠ #xstitching #dmcthreads