Fervidobacterium thailandense str. FC2004

Fervidobacterium thailandense strain FC2004 is a thermophilic, rod-shaped bacterium that thrives in anaerobic conditions. This organism is classified as an organotroph, utilizing organic compounds as its primary energy source. It has an optimal growth temperature of 45 degrees Celsius, indicating its preference for high-temperature environments typically associated with geothermal or hot spring habitats. The genetic makeup of F. thailandense FC2004 is characterized by the presence of a single replicon, as indicated by its accession number LWAF00000000.1. This feature may have implications for its genetic stability and adaptability in its thermal ecological niche. The anaerobic lifestyle of Fervidobacterium thailandense FC2004 suggests its role in biogeochemical cycles, particularly in environments where oxygen is scarce. Such conditions are often found in deep-sea hydrothermal vents, hot springs, or other geothermal areas. The ability to metabolize organic substrates in these environments contributes to the degradation of organic matter, potentially influencing nutrient cycling and energy flow within thermophilic microbial communities. In summary, Fervidobacterium thailandense strain FC2004 exemplifies the adaptations of thermophilic anaerobes to extreme environments, emphasizing their ecological significance in organic matter decomposition and nutrient recycling in anaerobic ecosystems.