Not fungus at all: slime molds turned out to be mindless predators

unsplash.comSlime molds were first mistaken for fungi, but they’re actually dumb predators.Despite lacking a brain or even a single neuron, the creatures show learning abilities. Additionally, slime molds have been shown to be fierce predators that prey on bacteria, yeasts, fungi, and other microorganisms, writes planet today. The researchers also found that the creatures can distinguish their own footprints from those of their neighbours, and the slime they leave plays an important role in foraging.