👉 Eustigmaeus is a type of bacteria that lives on marine surfaces, primarily in the water column. Its cells are large and covered with microplanks, which are small, circular structures made up of simple molecules like glucose or amino acids. The bacteria are able to survive in extreme conditions, such as low pH levels, high temperatures, and nutrient-poor environments, where they can grow and reproduce without any direct sunlight. Eustigmaeus is a common inhabitant of the oceanic floor