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Alcanivorax pacificus

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Alcanivorax pacificus es una bacteria marina gramnegativa aislada de aguas del océano Pacífico, especializada en la degradación de hidrocarburos como los alcanos. Los miembros del género Alcanivorax son los principales degradadores de hidrocarburos en ambientes marinos, proliferando rápidamente tras vertidos de petróleo donde desempeñan un papel crítico en la biorremediación natural. Esta especie habita el océano abierto y ambientes costeros marinos del Pacífico.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Alcanivorax pacificus. It belongs to the genus Alcanivorax.
Where does live?
is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does belong to?
(Alcanivorax pacificus) belongs to the genus Alcanivorax, which is part of the taxonomic family Alcanivoracaceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Alcanivorax pacificus) belongs to the kingdom Bacteria (Bacteria).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Alcanivorax include , , .

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