👉 Alkanibacter is a genus of bacteria that belongs to the kingdom Archaea, order Firmicutes and class Bacteria, phylum Proteobacteria. They are characterized by their cell wall composed mostly of polypeptide bonds, which are primarily made up of amino acids. Alkanibacters have been found in various environments, including soil, water, and even in human tissues. Their ability to form biofilms is another characteristic that distinguishes them from other bacteria.