Campylobacter lari NCTC 11845 str. RM3659

Campylobacter lari NCTC 11845 str. RM3659 is a Gram-negative microbe characterized by its spirilla shape and ability to form chains or exist as singles. This bacterium is microaerophilic, indicating that it thrives in environments with reduced oxygen levels, which is typical for many members of the genus Campylobacter. The habitat of C. lari is diverse, suggesting that it may inhabit various ecological niches, although specific environments are not detailed in the provided data. The unique morphological traits of C. lari, combined with its microaerophilic nature, suggest an adaptation to specific ecological conditions where oxygen levels are limited but not absent. This adaptation may facilitate its survival and proliferation in environments that are inhospitable to strictly aerobic or anaerobic organisms. Understanding these traits enhances our comprehension of the ecological roles that C. lari may play in its habitats, potentially influencing microbial community dynamics and interactions within its ecosystem.