# Whole-genome sequencing and determination of the properties of 18 strains of the genus Bacillus isolated from permafrost in Yakutia

## TL;DR

This paper reports the whole-genome sequencing of 18 Bacillus strains from permafrost, revealing unique genetic and phenotypic traits.

## Contribution

The study identifies novel MLST sequence types and atypical properties in non-anthracis Bacillus strains from permafrost.

## Key findings

- Most strains belong to non-anthracis species of the Bacillus cereus complex.
- Some strains show sensitivity to anthrax bacteriophages and lack hemolytic activity.
- Unique MLST sequence types were identified among the isolates.

## Abstract

Here, we describe 18 strains of bacilli isolated from permafrost. Most strains belong to non-anthracis species of the Bacillus cereus complex. Some strains exhibit atypical properties such as sensitivity to anthrax bacteriophages and lack of hemolytic activity and have unique MLST sequence types.