Genomic analysis reveals the potential for hydrocarbon degradation of Rhodopirellula sp. MGV isolated from a polluted Brazilian mangrove.

Planctomycetes are bacteria found in several environments, such as mangroves. In the coastline of the State of Sao Paulo (Brazilian Southeast), mangroves occur in different stages of environmental contamination, promoted by the proximity to the city and industrial activities. One of these mangroves (located in the city of Bertioga) is characterized by the high impact due to past petroleum and ongoing urban contamination.

Draft Genome Sequence of Rhodopirellula baltica Strain BR-MGV, a Planctomycete Isolated from Brazilian Mangrove Soil.

Members of the phylum Planctomycetes, which are capable of surviving in a wide range of environments, are some of the least-explored bacteria. Here, we report the near-complete draft genome sequence and annotation of the planctomycete Rhodopirellula baltica BR-MGV, which was isolated from the soil of a contaminated Brazilian mangrove.