Desulfovibrio desulfuricans

Desulfovibrio desulfuricans is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized by its single-cell arrangement and the presence of true flagella, despite lacking motility. As a facultative anaerobe, it can thrive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments, indicating a versatile metabolic capability that allows it to inhabit a variety of habitats. This mesophilic organism is notable for having two cellular membranes, which is typical for Gram-negative bacteria. The genomic composition of D. desulfuricans includes a single replicon, and its genome is cataloged under the accession FPIW00000000.1. The bacterium is classified as free-living, which suggests it plays a significant role in its ecosystem, potentially contributing to biogeochemical cycles, particularly those involving sulfur compounds. Although it is acknowledged that D. desulfuricans has implications for human health, specific pathogenicity traits are not detailed in the current data. This bacterium's ability to adapt to diverse environments and its involvement in sulfur metabolism highlight its ecological importance, particularly in processes such as sulfate reduction, which can influence nutrient cycling in various ecosystems.