Some fungal species can kill herbivores while feeding off of sugars from its plant host. What type of relationship does this fungus have with its host?

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The fungus provides a benefit to the plant by killing herbivores that may harm it, while the fungus benefits from feeding off the plant's sugars. This reciprocal benefit defines a mutualistic relationship.

Some Fungal Species Can Kill Herbivores While Feeding Off of Sugars