Escherichia coli strain ECCRA-119

Escherichia coli strain ECCRA-119 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that typically occurs in pairs or as individual cells. This strain thrives optimally at a temperature of 37.0°C, which aligns with the physiological conditions of its host-associated habitat. As a facultative anaerobe, ECCRA-119 can metabolize in both the presence and absence of oxygen, allowing it to adapt to varying oxygen levels within its environment. The versatility in its oxygen requirement suggests that ECCRA-119 is well-suited to inhabit diverse niches within host organisms, where it may encounter fluctuating oxygen conditions. This adaptation may also enable it to play a role in the gut microbiome, contributing to the overall metabolic activities and interactions within microbial communities. Furthermore, the ability to exist as single cells or in pairs may provide advantages in colonization dynamics and nutrient uptake, potentially influencing its ecological interactions. Understanding these traits can shed light on the strain's functional role in host-associated environments, emphasizing the importance of E. coli strains in microbial ecology and host-microbe interactions.