Escherichia coli O25b:H4-ST131 str. EC958

Escherichia coli O25b:H4-ST131 str. EC958 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that typically exists in pairs or as single cells. This strain is characterized by its facultative anaerobic metabolism, allowing it to thrive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. E. coli O25b:H4-ST131 str. EC958 is optimally active at 37.0°C, which aligns with the body temperature of many mammals, indicating its adaptation to a host-associated habitat. The strain's capacity to inhabit the host environment suggests a potential for complex interactions with the host microbiome and immune system. Such adaptations may facilitate its persistence within specific niches of the host, potentially influencing both microbial community dynamics and host health. Understanding the ecological role of E. coli O25b:H4-ST131 str. EC958 may provide insights into its interactions within the gastrointestinal microbiota and its responses to various physiological conditions experienced by the host.