| Description | The Erysipelotrichaceae bacterium 2_2_44A is a gram-positive, rod-shaped microbe that thrives in mesophilic temperatures, categorized as a chemoheterotroph, and can be found in all body sites of various species, including the skin, gut, and respiratory tract, and is an obligate anaerobe. As a gram-positive bacterium, it has a thick peptidoglycan layer in its cell wall, providing resistance to certain environmental stresses. Its rod-shaped morphology allows it to maintain a large surface area, facilitating the uptake of nutrients and interaction with its environment. The mesophilic temperature preference of this bacterium indicates that it grows best in moderate temperatures, typically between 20-45°C, making it well-suited to inhabit a variety of ecosystems. As a chemoheterotroph, the Erysipelotrichaceae bacterium 2_2_44A relies on organic compounds for energy and carbon, obtaining these nutrients by breaking down complex molecules. Its presence in all body sites of various species suggests a high degree of adaptability and ability to form symbiotic relationships with its hosts. The obligate anaerobic nature of this microbe means that it requires the absence of oxygen to grow and survive, often inhabiting environments with low oxygen levels. This bacterium has been implicated in the production of short-chain fatty acids, which play a crucial role in maintaining the health and balance of the gut microbiome, and research has shown that it can influence the host's immune system and metabolic processes. |
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