Burkholderia ambifaria IOP40-10

Burkholderia ambifaria IOP40-10 is a gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative aerobe. This organism is characterized by its non-motile nature despite the presence of flagella, which suggests that it may utilize its flagella for other functions rather than mobility. B. ambifaria IOP40-10 thrives optimally at a temperature of 30°C, indicating that it is mesophilic and capable of growing within a specific temperature range suited to moderate environmental conditions. This bacterium is free-living, indicating that it does not rely on a host organism for survival and can inhabit multiple environments. Its structure includes two membranes and a single replicon, which is typical for gram-negative bacteria and contributes to its cellular integrity and function. Importantly, B. ambifaria IOP40-10 does not undergo sporulation, which means it does not form spores as a means of survival under adverse conditions. In ecological terms, the free-living nature of Burkholderia ambifaria IOP40-10 allows it to play a role in various ecosystems, potentially influencing nutrient cycling and interacting with other microbial communities. Its adaptability to different habitats and its mesophilic characteristics suggest that it may be well-suited to thrive in environments where moderate temperatures prevail, contributing to the biodiversity and resilience of microbial life in those settings.