Mycolicibacterium rhodesiae strain DSM 44223

Mycolicibacterium rhodesiae strain DSM 44223 is a rod-shaped bacterium that belongs to the genus Mycolicibacterium. This strain is characterized by the presence of flagella, which facilitate mobility in its environment. Mycolicibacterium rhodesiae is found in various environmental habitats, indicating its adaptability and potential ecological significance. The strain has a single replicon, which is typical for many bacterial species and suggests a streamlined genomic structure. It has been identified as a host for metazoa, which highlights its potential interactions within ecological systems, possibly influencing microbial dynamics in environments where metazoan hosts are present. The accession number for Mycolicibacterium rhodesiae strain DSM 44223 is MVIH00000000.1, which provides a reference for genomic data related to this strain. Understanding the ecological role of Mycolicibacterium rhodesiae and its interactions with metazoan hosts could offer insights into the complexity of microbial communities and their impact on environmental health.