| Description | Butyrivibrio crossotus is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped microbe that thrives in a temperature range of mesophilic to thermophilic, categorizing it as a moderate-temperature loving bacterium. Metabolically, B. crossotus is a heterotroph, utilizing other organic compounds as its energy source. Specifically, it obtains energy through fermentation, a process by which it converts its organic substrate into lactic acid and butyric acid, producing ATP through substrate-level phosphorylation. B. crossotus has been isolated from various body sites across all species, including the intestines, respiratory tract, and skin of mammals and birds. Its ubiquity is a testament to its adaptability and ability to colonize diverse environments. As an anaerobe, B. crossotus is sensitive to oxygen and requires a low-oxygen or oxygen-free environment to survive. This characteristic is reflected in its intolerance to aerobic conditions and its inability to grow in the presence of oxygen. Butyrivibrio crossotus has also been linked to various diseases and conditions, including gastrointestinal disorders and pneumonia. Its potential role in human health and disease deserves further investigation. Despite its relatively recent discovery, B. crossotus has already demonstrated remarkable diversity in its metabolic capabilities, making it an attractive model for studying microbial ecology and evolution. Its unique ability to produce butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid with potential therapeutic applications, has sparked significant interest in its potential as a probiotic agent. |
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