Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans serotype e str. SC1083

Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans serotype e str. SC1083 is a nonsporulating, Gram-negative rod bacterium that thrives in the gut of its host, exhibiting a facultative anaerobic lifestyle. This microbe is classified as a chemoheterotroph, deriving its energy from organic compounds within its environment. The optimal growth temperature for A. actinomycetemcomitans serotype e str. SC1083 is 37.0°C, which aligns with the typical body temperature of warm-blooded hosts, suggesting a specialized adaptation for life within the gastrointestinal tract. The presence of A. actinomycetemcomitans in the gut may indicate its role in the complex microbial communities that contribute to the host's digestive processes. Its facultative anaerobic nature allows it to thrive in varying oxygen conditions, which is a characteristic advantageous for survival in the dynamic environment of the gut. While the specific ecological interactions and potential contributions of this strain to host health or disease are not detailed in the provided traits, its presence suggests a possible involvement in gut microbiota dynamics. Further investigation into its interactions with other gut microorganisms could illuminate its ecological role in maintaining gut homeostasis or its response to shifts in the gut environment.