Phocaeicola dorei 5_1_36/D4

Phocaeicola dorei 5_1_36/D4 is a Gram-negative, non-motile rod-shaped bacterium that thrives in multiple habitats and demonstrates a chemoheterotrophic mode of energy acquisition. This organism is classified as an anaerobe, indicating that it does not require oxygen for survival, which is characteristic of many bacteria that inhabit anaerobic environments. P. dorei 5_1_36/D4 has a temperature range classified as mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C. This suggests that it is well-adapted to environments that approximate the temperature of the human body, which may indicate a potential association with mammalian hosts or similar ecological niches. The bacterium is non-sporulating, which means it does not form spores as a survival strategy; instead, it relies on its adaptive capabilities in its preferred habitats. P. dorei 5_1_36/D4 possesses a single replicon, indicating a simpler genomic structure compared to some other bacteria that may have multiple replicons. The presence of flagella suggests that while the bacterium is non-motile, it may still have some capability for movement in specific contexts, potentially through other mechanisms or stages of its lifecycle. Understanding the ecological roles of P. dorei 5_1_36/D4 is critical, particularly in the context of its anaerobic lifestyle and habitat versatility. This may shed light on its interactions within microbial communities and its potential implications for human health, especially given its optimal growth conditions.