Myxogastria

Myxogastria, also known as Myxomycetes, is a fascinating class of slime molds comprising 5 orders, 14 families, 62 genera, and 888 species. These organisms, often called plasmodial or acellular slime molds, exhibit unique life cycles and behaviors. They can transition between unicellular and multicellular states, forming large, colorful fruiting bodies visible to the naked eye.