Escherichia coli O7:K1 str. CE10

Escherichia coli O7:K1 str. CE10 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that typically exists in pairs or as individual cells. This strain is a facultative anaerobe, allowing it to thrive in varied oxygen conditions, which is advantageous for its survival in diverse host-associated habitats. The optimal growth temperature for E. coli O7:K1 str. CE10 is 37.0°C, aligning with the physiological temperature of many mammalian hosts, suggesting its adaptation to a warm-blooded environment. Given its habitat, E. coli O7:K1 str. CE10 may play a role in the complex microbial ecosystems associated with its hosts. While specific pathogenicity traits are not provided, the strain's association with host organisms suggests a potential for interaction with the host microbiome, influencing both health and disease states. The adaptability of this strain to various oxygen levels and its preference for a host-associated habitat underscore its ecological versatility and potential significance in microbial community dynamics within animal intestines. Further exploration of this strain could yield insights into its exact role within these ecosystems and its interactions with other microbial species.