Desulfurobacterium indicum strain K6013

Desulfurobacterium indicum strain K6013 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that thrives under anaerobic conditions, with an optimal growth temperature of 45.0°C. This strain is characterized as an autotroph, lithotroph, and chemotroph, indicating its ability to utilize inorganic compounds as energy sources while fixing carbon for growth. D. indicum strain K6013's adaptation to high temperatures and anaerobic environments suggests it may occupy niches such as deep-sea hydrothermal vents or other extreme habitats where organic matter is limited, and inorganic substrates are abundant. The metabolic versatility of this strain highlights its potential role in biogeochemical cycles, particularly in sulfur and carbon cycling. Given its lithotrophic capabilities, D. indicum strain K6013 may contribute to the reduction of sulfate to sulfide, a process that can influence sulfur availability in its ecosystem. This functional trait positions the strain as a significant player in the microbial communities of anoxic environments, where it may help maintain the balance of elemental cycles crucial for ecosystem health.