Dehalogenimonas alkenigignens str. IP3-3

Dehalogenimonas alkenigignens str. IP3-3 is a Gram-negative, anaerobic bacterium characterized by its spherical shape. This organism is non-motile and possesses true flagella, although it does not utilize them for movement. The optimal growth temperature for D. alkenigignens is 32°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range. It has a single replicon and is classified as non-spore-forming. This bacterium's anaerobic nature suggests its ecological role in environments devoid of oxygen, such as sediments or other anoxic conditions. Its ability to thrive at a specific temperature range indicates a niche adaptation, potentially influencing its interactions with other microbial communities and its role in biogeochemical cycles. The presence of flagella, despite being non-motile, may have other functions, such as helping the bacterium in surface adherence or biofilm formation. Understanding the traits of D. alkenigignens can provide insights into its potential applications in bioremediation processes, particularly in the degradation of halogenated compounds in anaerobic environments. The accession number LFDV00000000.1 serves as a reference for further genetic and functional studies of this organism.