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
putative two-component sensor protein with chey-like receiver domainLEPBI_I0901Q54YZ9Positive922840 - 92480774486.6
putative mn2+ and fe2+ transporterLEPBI_I0902P57864Positive924837 - 92609346510.4
na(+)/h(+) antiporter (sodium/proton antiporterLEPBI_I0903P27611Positive926104 - 92747750569.9
putative sigma factorLEPBI_I0904Not AvailablePositive927529 - 92838334235.1
putative anti-sigma factor antagonistLEPBI_I0905Q9X1F5Positive928447 - 92878812869.6
conserved hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I0906Not AvailablePositive928807 - 931848113346.0
conserved hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I0907Not AvailablePositive931856 - 93243122177.7
putative periplasmic component of the tol biopolymer transport systemLEPBI_I0909Not AvailablePositive932428 - 940362309668.0
conserved hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I0910Not AvailableNegative940359 - 94146242794.9
putative periplasmic trypsin-like serine proteaseLEPBI_I0911P18584Positive941448 - 94257541144.6

Displaying genes 4531 – 4540 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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