Sexual reproduction has not been observed in Bd. If its morphology and genetics did not identify it as a chytridiomycete, then to which fungal group would Bd be assigned?

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Deuteromycetes, also known as Fungi Imperfecti, is the group where fungi that do not have an observed sexual reproduction cycle are traditionally classified. Since sexual reproduction has not been observed in Bd (Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis) and if its morphology and genetics did not identify it as a chytridiomycete, it would be classified under deuteromycetes based on the absence of a known sexual reproduction cycle.

Sexual Reproduction Has Not Been Observed in Bd