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

1102866 bp

Thymine Count

1099470 bp

Guanine Count

698105 bp

Cytosine Count

703536 bp

Genome Length

3603977 bp

Protein-coding Genes

3277 genes

Non-Coding Genes

42 genes

# of Chromosomes/Plasmids

6

Genes

NameLocus TagUniProt IDStrand OrientationGene Start/EndProtein Molecular Weight
trypsin-like serine proteaseLBF_4122O82261Negative120991 - 12249656086.4
conserved hypothetical proteinLBF_4123Not AvailablePositive122570 - 12360740653.9
phosphoribosyltransferaseLBF_4124B0SIB4Negative123643 - 12417619297.6
zn-dependent protease with chaperone functionLBF_4125Q75FP1Negative124269 - 12515932411.3
permeaseLBF_4126Not AvailableNegative125243 - 12685958659.6
hypothetical proteinLBF_4127Not AvailableNegative126856 - 12731417569.9
nucleoside-diphosphate sugar epimeraseLBF_4128P39853Negative127311 - 12919471029.2
hypothetical proteinLBF_4129Not AvailablePositive129278 - 12976318370.1
hrpa-like helicaseLBF_4130P37024Negative129745 - 13221093709.9
methylated-dna--[protein]-cysteine s- methyltransferaseLBF_4131P06134Positive132329 - 13318932208.4

Displaying genes 3441 – 3450 of 7410 in total

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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