Enterococcus faecalis strain 12-8-01

Enterococcus faecalis strain 12-8-01 is a Gram-positive, cocci-shaped bacterium that exhibits facultative anaerobic metabolism and functions as a chemoorganotroph. This strain thrives optimally at a temperature of 37.0°C, which aligns with the typical human body temperature, suggesting a potential association with warm-blooded hosts. As a nonsporulating organism, Enterococcus faecalis strain 12-8-01 relies on its ability to adapt to various habitats, which may include diverse environments ranging from soil and water to the gastrointestinal tracts of mammals. The facultative anaerobic nature of this strain allows it to survive and proliferate in both oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor conditions, contributing to its ecological versatility. Given its metabolic capabilities, E. faecalis strain 12-8-01 can utilize a variety of organic compounds for energy, suggesting its role in nutrient cycling within its habitats. This adaptability not only facilitates its survival in fluctuating environments but may also influence its interactions with other microbial communities. The ability of Enterococcus faecalis strain 12-8-01 to thrive in multiple habitats while maintaining metabolic flexibility highlights its potential ecological significance. Such traits may enable it to play a role in the microbial dynamics of its environment, possibly influencing nutrient availability and microbial community structure through its metabolic activities.