Phycomyces is an important model organism for the study of mating types as well as tropism in fungi, particularly phototropism.
The genus Phycomyces is most conspicuous when it forms sporangia at the tips of long, thread-like 'stems' called sporangiophores. These often form dense clusters having the appearance of hair. Identification of species requires microscopic analysis of the spores.
Phycomyces may be found in almost any damp habitat. Look for white or black threads growing on dung, dead insects or plant material.
Note that Phycomyces is not the only species of fungus that grows on dung and other species, including other Zygomycota, should be considered.
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