vs

Haladaptatus compared with Haladaptatus paucihalophilus

Taxonomic Classification

Rank
Kingdom same	Archaea (Archaea)	Archaea (Archaea)
Phylum same	Halobacteriota (Halobacteriota)	Halobacteriota (Halobacteriota)
Class same	Halobacteria (Halobacteria)	Halobacteria (Halobacteria)
Order same	Halobacteriales (Halobacteriales)	Halobacteriales (Halobacteriales)
Family same	Haladaptataceae	Haladaptataceae
Genus same	Haladaptatus	Haladaptatus
Species	Haladaptatus	Haladaptatus paucihalophilus

Evolutionary Relationship

and share a common ancestor at the Genus level: Haladaptatus.

Conservation Status

NE — Not Evaluated

NE — Not Evaluated

Physical Characteristics

Attribute
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Average Lifespan	—	—
Average Length	—	—
Average Weight	—	—

Haladaptatus paucihalophilus is a halophilic archaeon within the family Halobacteriaceae, notable for its ability to tolerate a relatively wide range of salt concentrations compared to most extreme halophiles. It was isolated from a low-salt, sulfide-rich spring and represents an unusual adaptation among haloarchaea. Its name reflects its capacity to thrive in environments with lower halide concentrations.