Elizabethkingia anophelis strain F3543

Elizabethkingia anophelis strain F3543 is a Gram-negative, nonsporulating rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits aerobic metabolism as a chemoheterotroph. This strain is capable of utilizing a variety of organic compounds as energy sources, highlighting its adaptability to diverse environments. E. anophelis has been identified in multiple habitats, indicating its ecological versatility, although specific environmental niches remain to be characterized. The ability of E. anophelis strain F3543 to thrive in aerobic conditions suggests a potential role in biodegradation processes or in the cycling of nutrients within its habitats. The strain's nonsporulating nature may influence its ecological interactions, as it relies on its active growth phase for survival rather than forming resistant spores. Further studies on this strain could provide insights into its metabolic pathways and ecological functions, contributing to our understanding of microbial diversity and adaptation in varying environmental contexts.