Leucobacter sp. WKLB1
Leucobacter is a genus of Gram-positive, facultatively aerobic, nonsporulating Actinobacteria with an irregular rod shape, known for its wide distribution across diverse environments. On August 30, 2024, we isolated Leucobacter strains from the surface of a pegmatite in the fourth ore body of the Wagu-kannon mine in Fukushima, Japan (37.16400882685028, 140.41975314925645). This mine is known for its large, high-purity mineral crystals. We collected pegmatite samples directly from the mine tunnel using sterilized chisels to prevent contamination.
isolation_source
pegmatite surface
isolate
WKLB1
collection_date
2024-08-30
geo_loc_name
Japan: Wagu-kannon mine, Fukushima
sample_type
cell culture
BioSampleModel
Microbe, viral or environmental