Dazzling Macro Photographs Reveal the Magic of Tiny Fungi and Slime Molds

In contrast to fungi, the plasmodium feeds on bacteria, fungal hyphae, and other microorganisms, ingesting them through a process called phagocytosis, where they engulf other cells and particles. In addition, slime molds are able to move away from light or undesired chemical contaminants, which fungi cannot do.