Elusimicrobia
Elusimicrobia is a phylum of bacteria that was first described in 2018. It is characterized by its unique cellular features, including a unique cell wall composition and the presence of a type of membrane protein called a lipopolysaccharide. The phylum is named after the Greek words "elusis" meaning hidden or elusive, and "microbia" meaning small life, reflecting the difficulty in detecting and studying these bacteria due to their small size and unusual characteristics.
Elusimicrobia bacteria are typically found in marine environments, where they play a role in the biogeochemical
The phylum consists of a single class, Elusimicrobiae, and a single order, Elusimicrobiales. The type genus
Elusimicrobia bacteria are of interest to scientists due to their potential to provide insights into the evolution