Pseudohalocynthiibacter

Genus of bacteria

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Pseudohalocynthiibacter
Kingdom:
Phylum:	Pseudomonadota
Class:	Alphaproteobacteria
Order:	Rhodobacterales
Family:	Rhodobacteraceae

Pseudohalocynthiibacter is a genus of bacteria from the family of Rhodobacteraceae. This genus was first described by Kim et al. in 2015. Members of this genus are part of the class Alphaproteobacteria, which is known for its diverse metabolic capabilities and ecological roles.

Characteristics

Species within the genus Pseudohalocynthiibacter are Gram-negative and exhibit a rod-shaped morphology. They are typically found in marine environments, where they play a role in the biogeochemical cycles of these ecosystems.

Species

The type species of this genus is Pseudohalocynthiibacter aestuariivivens. This species was isolated from a tidal flat, indicating its adaptation to estuarine conditions.

Ecology

Pseudohalocynthiibacter species are adapted to saline environments and are often associated with marine organisms. Their presence in such environments suggests a potential role in symbiotic relationships or in the degradation of organic matter.

Research and Applications

Research on Pseudohalocynthiibacter is ongoing to understand its ecological roles and potential applications in biotechnology. The ability of these bacteria to survive in high-salinity environments makes them of interest for studies on osmotic stress and halotolerance.

References

• Kim, S. J., et al. (2015). "Pseudohalocynthiibacter aestuariivivens gen. nov., sp. nov., a member of the family Rhodobacteraceae, isolated from a tidal flat." International Journal of Systematic and Evolutionary Microbiology, 65, 1917-1922.

See also

• Rhodobacteraceae
• Alphaproteobacteria
• Marine bacteria