Table 2 Cell morphology of the isolated bacteria from termite gut contents
No. | Isolates | Gram stain | Size (µm) | Shape | Motile | Spore form | Oxygen requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | AFC1 | − | 0.6 × 3.0 | Long rods, slightly tapered and curved | + | + | Aerobic |
2 | AFC2 | − | 1.0 × 3.6 | Short rods | + | + | Aerobic |
3 | AFC3 | − | 0.9 × 1.4 | Slightly smaller and curved rods | + | + | Aerobic |
4 | AFC4 | + | 1.0 × 3.0 | Short rods | + | + | Aerobic |
5 | AFC5 | + | 1.2 × 4.0 | Long rods | + | + | Aerobic |