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 permease, mfs superfamilyLEPBI_I1695O06984Negative1766347 - 176852179140.7
hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I1696Not AvailableNegative1768638 - 176917720845.3
succinate dehydrogenase cytochrome b subunit sdhcLEPBI_I1697Not AvailablePositive1769351 - 177004025339.7
succinate dehydrogenase flavoprotein subunit sdha (fumarate reductase)LEPBI_I1698P08065Positive1770059 - 177198471489.6
succinate dehydrogenase iron-sulfur subunit sdhbLEPBI_I1699P08066Positive1771984 - 177272426891.4
hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I1700Not AvailableNegative1772791 - 177362132488.0
putative glycosyltransferaseLEPBI_I1701O32268Negative1773642 - 177462838399.8
hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I1702Not AvailableNegative1774634 - 177570440796.2
gtp-binding protein lepaLEPBI_I1703B0S8S7Negative1775717 - 177752267094.5
enolase (2-phosphoglycerate dehydrataseLEPBI_I1704B0S8S8Positive1777645 - 177894646738.9

Displaying genes 5321 – 5330 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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