Pedobacter psychrophilus str. CCM 8644

Pedobacter psychrophilus strain CCM 8644 is a Gram-negative, aerobic bacterium characterized by its rod shape. This species is non-motile, possessing true flagella that are not utilized for movement. P. psychrophilus is psychrotolerant, with an optimal growth temperature of 16°C, allowing it to thrive in cold environments. The strain has a single replicon and does not form spores, which indicates a reliance on vegetative growth under its environmental conditions. The accession number for this strain is LWHJ00000000.1, which may serve as a reference for genomic studies and further characterization. Ecologically, the psychrotolerant nature of P. psychrophilus suggests its adaptation to cold habitats, potentially including polar regions or deep-sea environments. Such bacteria play significant roles in nutrient cycling in these cold ecosystems, influencing the microbial community dynamics and overall ecosystem health. The study of P. psychrophilus and its ecological interactions can provide insights into the resilience of microbial life in extreme conditions and their adaptations that support life in varying thermal environments.