# Draft genome sequences of Limosilactobacillus fermentum BIL20 and BIL24, from Philippine fermented fish, feature biosynthetic gene clusters with diverse potential bioactivities

## TL;DR

This paper reports the draft genomes of two probiotic bacteria from Philippine fermented fish, which may produce bioactive compounds.

## Contribution

The study provides new genomic data for lactic acid bacteria from Philippine fermented foods.

## Key findings

- The genomes of L. fermentum BIL20 and BIL24 contain biosynthetic gene clusters linked to antibacterial, antifungal, and cytotoxic activities.
- These strains represent a valuable resource for understanding probiotic potential in Philippine fermented fish.

## Abstract

This announcement presents the high-quality draft genomes of Limosilactobacillus fermentum BIL20 and BIL24, isolated from Philippine fermented fish, with probiotic potential. The genomes feature biosynthetic gene clusters linked to antibacterial, antifungal, and cytotoxic activities. This announcement contributes to the limited genomic data on lactic acid bacteria from Philippine fermented foods.