Cterminaalisella

Cterminaalisella is a genus of bacteria that belongs to the family Enterobacteriaceae. It is a Gram-negative, facultatively anaerobic, and rod-shaped bacterium. The genus was first described in 1999 and contains a single species, Cterminaalisella aerolata. Cterminaalisella aerolata is a non-motile bacterium that is commonly found in soil and water environments. It is known for its ability to degrade various organic compounds, including aromatic hydrocarbons and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). This degradation process is facilitated by the bacterium's ability to produce enzymes that can break down these compounds into simpler, less harmful substances. Cterminaalisella aerolata has been studied for its potential use in bioremediation, as it can help in the cleanup of contaminated soil and water by degrading harmful pollutants. The genus Cterminaalisella is named after the terminal part of the cell, which is a unique feature of this bacterium. The species name aerolata refers to the bacterium's ability to grow in the presence of oxygen, making it an aerobe.