Coprococcus
Sign in to saveCoprococcus is a genus of obligately anaerobic, nonmotile, Gram-positive cocci that are part of the human and animal gut microbiota.
Species
GENUS
- KingdomBacteria
- PhylumFirmicutes_A
- ClassClostridia
- OrderLachnospirales
- FamilyLachnospiraceae
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- Parent taxon
- Lachnospiraceae
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- taxon name
- Coprococcus
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- genus
- Gram staining
- gram-positive bacteria
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Coprococcus is a genus of obligately anaerobic, nonmotile, Gram-positive cocci that are part of the human and animal gut microbiota.
Coprococcus spp. are notable for their ability to ferment dietary fibers into short-chain fatty acids, especially butyrate, which is a key metabolite that supports colonocyte health, enhances mucosal integrity, and has anti-inflammatory properties. The genus is considered an important contributor to colonic homeostasis and overall gut health.
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