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Chitinophaga eiseniae

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About

Chitinophaga eiseniae é uma bactéria gram-negativa pertencente à família Chitinophagaceae. Isolada originalmente do intestino de minhocas (Eisenia fetida), possui capacidade de decompor quitina, principal componente dos exoesqueletos de insetos e paredes celulares de fungos. Esta atividade quitinolítica tem potencial para aplicações em controle biológico de patógenos fúngicos e insetos. Habita solos e ambientes ricos em matéria orgânica em decomposição.

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

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