How do predatory fungi get energy?

Predatory fungi obtain their energy through the capture and consumption of other organisms, typically nematodes, rotifers, and small arthropods. These fungi develop specialized structures, such as hyphae, traps, or adhesive knobs, to capture their prey. Once the prey is ensnared, the fungus encircles and penetrates the organism using its hyphae, secreting enzymes that break down the prey's tissues. The fungus then absorbs the nutrients released from the decaying organism, using them for its own growth and reproduction. This predatory behavior allows these fungi to obtain essential nutrients from their captured prey, supplementing their nutrient acquisition from the surrounding环境.