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VOL. 9, ISSUE 11 (2024)
Isolation and characterization of Vibrio harveyi from marine insects and its ecological and biotechnological implications
Authors
M Prathika, B Jeba Josilin, J Vijila Jasmine, D Beula Shiny, T Kumaran
Abstract
Vibrio harveyi,
a bioluminescent bacterium commonly found in marine environments, is known for
its roles in marine animal diseases, symbiotic relationships, and its
ecological presence in aquatic microbiomes. While much of the research on V.
harveyi has focused on its interactions with marine invertebrates and fish,
little is known about its association with marine insects, which inhabit
critical coastal and intertidal ecosystems. This study aims to isolate and
characterize V. harveyi from a range of marine insect species, including
beetles, flies, and other arthropods, collected from coastal habitats. Using
standard microbiological techniques, including culture isolation, biochemical
testing and bioluminescence assays, we identified several strains of V.
harveyi across the sampled insect species. These strains exhibited typical V.
harveyi characteristics, including bioluminescence and saline tolerance.
The ecological implications of these findings are discussed, with a focus on
potential symbiotic, commensal, or pathogenic relationships between V.
harveyi and its insect hosts. This study also explores the potential
applications of V. harveyi in biotechnological fields, particularly in
environmental monitoring and bioluminescence-based assays. The results suggest
that V. harveyi may play an unrecognized yet important role in marine
insect microbiomes, contributing to the broader understanding of microbial
interactions in coastal ecosystems.
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Pages:177-180
How to cite this article:
M Prathika, B Jeba Josilin, J Vijila Jasmine, D Beula Shiny, T Kumaran "Isolation and characterization of <i>Vibrio harveyi</i> from marine insects and its ecological and biotechnological implications". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 11, 2024, Pages 177-180
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