Desulfovibrio gracilis DSM 16080

Desulfovibrio gracilis DSM 16080 is an anaerobic, rod-shaped bacterium that thrives in mesophilic conditions, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C. This organism is characterized by its inability to form spores, which indicates a reliance on specific environmental conditions for survival and replication. It possesses a single replicon, suggesting a streamlined genomic structure that may facilitate its adaptation to anaerobic habitats. As a member of the Desulfovibrio genus, D. gracilis is likely involved in the biogeochemical cycling of sulfur compounds, particularly in anaerobic environments. The capacity of this bacterium to utilize sulfate as a terminal electron acceptor allows it to contribute to the reduction of sulfate to hydrogen sulfide, a process critical in various ecological contexts, including the degradation of organic matter in sediments and the cycling of nutrients in aquatic ecosystems. The accession number for its genetic material is FUYC00000000.1, which may provide further insights into its genetic makeup and metabolic pathways. Understanding the traits and ecological roles of D. gracilis can enhance our knowledge of microbial communities in anaerobic environments and their significance in global biogeochemical cycles.