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Chitinophaga eiseniae

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About

Chitinophaga eiseniae is a gram-negative bacterium in the family Chitinophagaceae, originally isolated from the earthworm Eisenia species. It is capable of degrading chitin, making it an important decomposer in soil ecosystems. Its conservation status is not evaluated.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Bacteria (Bacteria)
Phylum
Bacteroidota (Bacteroidota)
Class
Bacteroidia (Bacteroidia)
Order
Chitinophagales (Chitinophagales)
Family
Chitinophagaceae
Genus
Chitinophaga
Species
Chitinophaga eiseniae ()

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Chitinophaga terrae
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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 , , , , .

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Chitinophaga — 8 Species

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Chitinophaga rupis
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Chitinophaga sancti
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Chitinophaga taiwanensis
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Chitinophaga terrae
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Chitinophaga skermanii
NE
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Chitinophaga eiseniae
NE
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Chitinophaga oryziterrae
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Chitinophaga ginsengisoli
NE
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