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Microbe Identification
Microbe nameBacillus massilioanorexius
NCBI Taxonomy ID1468413
DescriptionBacillus massilioanorexius is a bacillary-shaped bacterium characterized by its arrangement in chains, and it is classified as an aerobic chemoheterotroph. This microbe has been isolated from the gut of a host organism, highlighting its role in the complex microbial ecosystem present in the intestinal tract. As a member of the Bacillus genus, it exhibits robust metabolic capabilities, likely contributing to the fermentation processes or nutrient breakdown within its habitat.The gut environment provides a distinct niche for B. massilioanorexius, where it can interact with other microbial species, potentially playing a role in the digestion of complex carbohydrates or the synthesis of essential vitamins. Its aerobic nature suggests that it requires oxygen for its metabolic activities, which is crucial for survival in the oxygen-rich environment of the gut under certain conditions. The presence of Bacillus massilioanorexius within the gut microbiota may have significant implications for host health. Its ability to thrive in this ecological niche suggests it could participate in immune modulation or protection against pathogenic microbes, contributing to the overall homeostasis of the gut microbiome. This highlights the intricate relationships that exist between gut microbes and their host, underscoring the importance of diversity in microbial populations for maintaining health and preventing dysbiosis. Thus, the study of B. massilioanorexius offers valuable insights into the dynamics of gut microbiota and their influence on host physiology.
Microbe Taxonomy
SuperkingdomBacteria
KingdomEubacteria
PhylumFirmicutes
ClassBacilli
OrderBacillales
FamilyBacillaceae
GenusBacillus
Species massilioanorexius
Microbe Properties
Gram staining propertiesPositive
ShapeBacilli
MobilityYes
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranesNot Available
Oxygen preferenceAerobic
Optimal temperatureNot Available
Temperature rangeNot Available
HabitatHost Gut
Biotic relationshipNot Available
Cell arrangementChains
SporulationNot Available
MetabolismNot Available
Energy sourceChemoheterotroph
Properties References38601674 24501631 25197482 26380635 26404591 27313309 27340061 27979958
Host and Biospecimens
HostBody siteBiospecimenData SourceReference
HumanGutFecesManually AnnotatedNot Available