Complete Genome Sequence of Bacteriophage Erla.

We characterized the complete genome sequence of bacteriophage Erla, an obligatory lytic subcluster EA1 bacteriophage infecting NRRL B-24224, with a capsid width of 65 nm and a tail length of 112 nm. The 41.5-kb genome, encompassing 62 predicted protein-coding genes, is highly similar (99.

The Complete Genome Sequence of the Bacteriophage Metroid.

Phages infecting bacteria of the genus play an important role in their host's ecology and evolution. On one hand, horizontal gene transfer from phage can encourage the rapid adaptation of pathogenic enabling them to escape host immunity or access novel environments. On the other hand, lytic phages are promising agents for the treatment of bacterial infections, especially those resistant to antibiotics.