Escherichia coli strain 1-RC-17-04352

Escherichia coli strain 1-RC-17-04352 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that typically exists in pairs or as single cells. This strain thrives at an optimal temperature of 37.0°C, which coincides with the average body temperature of warm-blooded hosts, indicating its adaptation to a host-associated habitat. E. coli strain 1-RC-17-04352 is classified as a facultative anaerobe, allowing it to grow in both aerobic and anaerobic environments, thereby enhancing its survivability and metabolic versatility within the diverse niches of its host. Due to its facultative anaerobic nature, E. coli strain 1-RC-17-04352 can efficiently utilize available oxygen while also being capable of fermentation processes when oxygen is limited. This metabolic adaptability may provide insights into its role in the gastrointestinal microbiota of its host, where fluctuations in oxygen levels can occur. Understanding the specific ecological interactions and metabolic pathways of this strain within its host-associated environment could yield valuable knowledge regarding its contributions to host health and microbial community dynamics.