Methylorubrum extorquens DM4

Methylorubrum extorquens DM4 is a facultative aerobic, gram-negative bacterium that exhibits a rod shape and is motile, possessing flagella. This organism is classified as a methylotroph, utilizing methanol and other one-carbon compounds as its primary energy source. It typically thrives at an optimal temperature of 25°C and is categorized as mesophilic, indicating its growth is favored in moderate temperature ranges. Methylorubrum extorquens DM4 exhibits a unique cell arrangement, being found in pairs or singles. This free-living bacterium has a single replicon and is characterized by having two membranes, which is typical of gram-negative bacteria. The organism's ability to move and its metabolic versatility allow it to inhabit diverse environments, although specific habitats are not detailed. The ecological role of Methylorubrum extorquens DM4 is significant, as its methylotrophic capabilities contribute to the carbon cycle, particularly in environments rich in methanol or other methylated compounds. By metabolizing these substrates, it plays a role in the degradation of organic materials and contributes to the overall ecosystem dynamics. The accession number for this strain is NC_012989.1, which can be useful for further genomic studies or comparative analysis with related methylotrophic bacteria.