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Flying saltshaker fungus

Massospora cicadina

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Entomophthoromycota ›Class: Entomophthoromycetes ›Order: Entomophthorales ›Family: Entomophthoraceae ›Genus: Massospora

About

Massospora cicadina is a fungal pathogen; which infects imago of periodical cicadas; resulting in infertility and death.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Flying saltshaker fungus?
The scientific name of Flying saltshaker fungus is Massospora cicadina.
What kingdom does Flying saltshaker fungus belong to?
Flying saltshaker fungus belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Flying saltshaker fungus belong to?
Flying saltshaker fungus belongs to the phylum Entomophthoromycota.
What class does Flying saltshaker fungus belong to?
Flying saltshaker fungus belongs to the class Entomophthoromycetes.
What order does Flying saltshaker fungus belong to?
Flying saltshaker fungus belongs to the order Entomophthorales.
What family does Flying saltshaker fungus belong to?
Flying saltshaker fungus belongs to the family Entomophthoraceae.
What genus does Flying saltshaker fungus belong to?
Flying saltshaker fungus belongs to the genus Massospora.