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Phage interactions with bacteria are well known, and interactions between bacteria and their mammalian host can lead to a range of symbioses.

From Science Daily • Oct. 26, 2023

Most plant roots are colonized by mycorrhizal fungi, forming one of Earth’s most widespread symbioses.

From New York Times • Nov. 7, 2022

It's impossible take a walk in the woods, eat a meal, or dip in the ocean, without participating in the deep symbioses that have nourished life's plenitude.

From Salon • May 30, 2021

And fungi are major players in some of the most blockbuster symbioses in the history of the planet.

From Scientific American • Jun. 24, 2020

Fungi are also involved in ecologically important coevolved symbioses, both mutually beneficial and pathogenic with organisms from the other kingdoms.

From Textbooks • Apr. 25, 2013