What is phocaeicola vulgatus?

Phocaeicola vulgatus is a species of marine bacterium belonging to the family Cryomorphaceae. It was first isolated from seawater samples collected off the coast of Phocaea, Turkey.

This bacterium is Gram-negative, non-motile, and aerobic in nature. It is known to produce extracellular enzymes that may play a role in the degradation of organic matter in marine environments.

Phocaeicola vulgatus has potential biotechnological applications, particularly in the field of bioremediation and wastewater treatment. Its ability to degrade complex organic compounds makes it a promising candidate for various environmental cleanup processes.

Further research is needed to fully understand the metabolic capabilities and ecological significance of Phocaeicola vulgatus in marine ecosystems.