Ornithinibacillus

Ornithinibacillus is a genus of bacteria belonging to the family Bacillaceae. The genus was first described by scientists in 2008, and it currently includes several species, such as Ornithinibacillus bavariensis and Ornithinibacillus californiensis.

Characteristics

Members of the Ornithinibacillus genus are Gram-positive, rod-shaped, and spore-forming. They are also aerobic, meaning they require oxygen to grow and survive.

Habitat

Ornithinibacillus species are commonly found in various environments, including soil, water, and sediment. Some species have been isolated from specific environments, such as Ornithinibacillus bavariensis from a deep-sea hydrothermal vent, and Ornithinibacillus californiensis from a salt pan.

Importance

While Ornithinibacillus species are not typically associated with disease in humans, they are of interest to microbiologists due to their ability to produce enzymes and other biochemicals of potential industrial use. For example, some Ornithinibacillus species produce proteases, which can be used in the detergent industry.

See also

• List of bacterial genera
• Bacillaceae
• Microbiology