Sphingorhabdus marina DSM 22363

Sphingorhabdus marina DSM 22363 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that thrives under aerobic conditions, with an optimal growth temperature of 29.0°C. As a non-spore-forming organism, it relies on vegetative growth for reproduction and survival. The Gram-negative classification indicates the presence of a thin peptidoglycan layer surrounded by an outer membrane, which is characteristic of this group of bacteria and influences its interaction with the environment. This organism's adaptation to aerobic conditions suggests a metabolic pathway that relies on oxygen as a terminal electron acceptor, which may confer advantages in specific ecological niches, such as marine environments where oxygen levels can vary. The optimal growth temperature of 29.0°C suggests that Sphingorhabdus marina is well-suited to thrive in temperate marine habitats, potentially influencing local microbial communities and contributing to biogeochemical cycles. Given its specific traits, Sphingorhabdus marina may play a role in nutrient cycling in marine ecosystems, particularly in the degradation of organic matter. Understanding the physiological characteristics of this bacterium can provide insights into its ecological functions and potential applications in biotechnology, particularly in processes that occur in marine environments.