Beneficial nematodes
immobile and eventually dies due to the bacterial infection. Feeding and reproduction: The nematodes feed on the multiplying bacteria and absorb the nutrients [...] They feed on plant roots, disrupting the plants' ability to take up water and nutrients, which ultimately affects their growth and productivity. The most [...] length. Nematodes play various roles in ecosystems. Some are free-living, feeding on organic matter in soil or water, and are essential for nutrient recycling