Escherichia coli 1-250-04_S3_C2

Escherichia coli strain 1-250-04_S3_C2 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium known for its versatility in various environments. This strain is a facultative anaerobe, meaning it can thrive in both aerobic and anaerobic conditions. It typically resides in host-associated habitats, indicating its potential role in the microbiota of various organisms, including humans. The cell arrangement of E. coli 1-250-04_S3_C2 includes pairs and singles, which is characteristic of many E. coli strains. This bacterium possesses flagella, granting it mobility, which can be advantageous for navigating its environment and colonizing hosts. It has an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range, suitable for growth in warm-blooded hosts. E. coli 1-250-04_S3_C2 contains a single replicon and has a double membrane structure, consistent with its classification as a Gram-negative bacterium. It is described as free-living, indicating it can survive independently of a host, although its habitat suggests a close association with living organisms. Understanding the characteristics of E. coli 1-250-04_S3_C2 highlights its adaptive nature and ecological roles. Its ability to thrive in diverse environments, coupled with its mobility and facultative anaerobic metabolism, suggests it may play significant roles in nutrient cycling and microbial interactions within host-associated ecosystems.