Limosilactobacillus reuteri strain MD IIE-43

Limosilactobacillus reuteri strain MD IIE-43 is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a chains cell arrangement. This strain is classified as a facultative anaerobe and is a heterotroph, meaning it derives its energy from organic compounds. It has a mesophilic temperature range, indicating optimal growth at moderate temperatures. The strain is characterized by the presence of flagella, although it does not exhibit mobility. L. reuteri MD IIE-43 has a unique genetic structure with two replicons and possesses a single membrane. It is a free-living organism found in multiple habitats, indicating its adaptability to various environments. Limosilactobacillus reuteri strain MD IIE-43 has a diverse range of hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (domestic chickens), and various other species across Metazoa, such as Sus scrofa (domestic pigs), Aves (birds), Primates, Rodentia, and several specific taxa like Apodemus agrarius, Marmota vancouverensis, Alouatta caraya, Erythrocebus patas, Dasyprocta leporina, and Mus musculus (house mouse). The broad host range suggests that L. reuteri strain MD IIE-43 may play a significant role in the microbiota of these organisms, potentially influencing their health and gut ecology. This adaptability to multiple hosts highlights its ecological importance and potential applications in probiotics and gut health research.