Leptospira biflexa LEP1342

Kingdom

Pseudomonadati

Phylum

Spirochaetota

Class

Leptospiria

Order

Leptospirales

Family

Leptospiraceae

Genus

Leptospira

Description

Leptospira biflexa LEP1342 is a species of the genus Leptospira, characterized by the presence of flagella, which are essential for its motility. This trait is significant as it allows the organism to navigate through various aquatic environments, which is relevant to its ecological niche. The genomic structure of Leptospira biflexa LEP1342 is notable for comprising six replicons. This multi-replicon arrangement can contribute to genetic diversity and adaptability, which may enhance the organism's survival in fluctuating environmental conditions. The complexity of its genetic material is reflected in the availability of multiple accessions, specifically CP000777.1, CP000778.1, CP000779.1, CP000786.1, CP000787.1, and CP000788.1, which provide comprehensive genomic information about this species. These genomic characteristics suggest that Leptospira biflexa LEP1342 is a highly adaptable organism, potentially allowing it to thrive in diverse habitats, particularly in freshwater ecosystems where it can be found in soil and water. Understanding the motility and genetic makeup of this bacterium can offer insights into its ecological roles, such as its interactions with other microorganisms and its potential impacts on environmental health. The presence of flagella and the multi-replicon structure emphasize its adaptability in various ecological contexts, indicating a complex relationship with its environment and potential implications for waterborne diseases associated with other leptospires.

Taxonomy

KingdomPseudomonadati
PhylumSpirochaetota
ClassLeptospiria
OrderLeptospirales
FamilyLeptospiraceae
GenusLeptospira
SpeciesLeptospira biflexa
StrainLEP1342

Profile

Physiology
Gram staining propertiesNot Available
ShapeNot Available
MobilityNot Available
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranesNot Available
Image of Leptospira biflexa LEP1342
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Ecology, Host, and Life Cycle
Oxygen requirementsNot Available
Optimal temperatureNot Available
Temperature rangeNot Available
HabitatH. cricumcincta
Biotic relationshipNot Available
Host(s)Not Available
Cell arrangementNot Available
SporulationNot Available
Energy sourceNot Available
PathogenicityNot Available

Genome Summary

Leptospira biflexa LEP1342, Complete Genome

Gene Summary

Adenine Count

1101552 bp

Thymine Count

1098037 bp

Guanine Count

697354 bp

Cytosine Count

702734 bp

Genome Length

3599677 bp

Protein-coding Genes

3391 genes

Non-Coding Genes

42 genes

# of Chromosomes/Plasmids

6

Genes

NameLocus TagUniProt IDStrand OrientationGene Start/EndProtein Molecular Weight
glucose inhibited division protein aLBF_0001B0S904Negative1 - 187570987.3
branched-chain amino acid aminotransferaseLBF_0002O67733Positive2045 - 296834642.5
dna polymerase iii gamma and tau subunitsLBF_0003P43746Positive2975 - 390736203.7
chromosomal replication initiator proteinLBF_0004B0S907Positive4188 - 551351328.6
dna-directed dna polymerase, beta subunitLBF_0005Q9PKW4Positive5760 - 687841318.7
recombinational dna repair atpaseLBF_0006B0S909Positive6878 - 798142702.8
hypothetical proteinLBF_0007Not AvailablePositive7978 - 830112503.3
dna gyrase subunit bLBF_0008O50627Positive8380 - 1029972142.6
dna gyrase subunit aLBF_0009B0S912Positive10319 - 1285093824.0
pp_00010LBF_0010Not AvailablePositive12864 - 13877Not Available

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Pathways

0 pathways

No pathways found

No metabolic pathways have been associated with this bacterium yet.

Metabolites

0 records
Metabolite IDMetabolite nameStructureCAS number
No metabolites foundTry different search terms or mass values.

Displaying 0 metabolites

Health Effects

Health ConditionRelationReference
Tumor formationCausesPMC7081986

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