Bacilliculturomica massiliensis (MMDBm0806664)

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Microbe Identification
Microbe nameBacilliculturomica massiliensis
NCBI Taxonomy ID1917867
DescriptionBacilliculturomica massiliensis is a bacilli-shaped bacterium that was first isolated from an environmental sample in a unique study aimed at characterizing novel microbial species in less-explored habitats. As a member of the recently defined genus Bacilliculturomica, this microorganism exhibits a distinct phylogenetic lineage, which contributes to our understanding of microbial diversity. The organism has been classified based on 16S ribosomal RNA gene sequencing, revealing its close relationship with other environmental Bacilli. The specific ecological niche from which *B. massiliensis* was obtained hints at its potential role in biogeochemical cycles, although details about its habitat remains to be fully elucidated.Preliminary findings suggest that *B. massiliensis* may have unique metabolic pathways, allowing it to thrive in specific environments. Further studies could illuminate its interactions with other microbial communities and its contributions to nutrient cycling. One interesting insight into *B. massiliensis* is its potential impact on the degradation of organic materials. As environmental conditions change and ecosystems evolve, microbes like *B. massiliensis* may play pivotal roles in transforming substances that are otherwise difficult to decompose, thereby supporting the sustainability of their habitats. This highlights the importance of studying such microbes not just for their taxonomy, but also for their ecological functions and potential applications in bioremediation and sustainable practices.
Microbe Taxonomy
SuperkingdomBacteria
KingdomEubacteria
PhylumFirmicutes
ClassClostridia
OrderClostridiales
FamilyClostridiales Family XIII. Incertae Sedis
GenusBacilliculturomica
SpeciesNot Available
Microbe Properties
Gram staining propertiesNot Available
ShapeBacilli
MobilityNo
Flagellar presenceNo
Number of membranesNot Available
Oxygen preferenceNot Available
Optimal temperatureNot Available
Temperature rangeNot Available
HabitatNot Available
Biotic relationshipNot Available
Cell arrangementNot Available
SporulationNot Available
MetabolismNot Available
Energy sourceNot Available
Properties References36748495 37641475 39582883 28794883
Host and Biospecimens
HostBody siteBiospecimenData SourceReference
HumanGutFecesManually AnnotatedNot Available