👉 Palaeococcus is a type of bacteria that belongs to the phylum Proteobacteria. It was first discovered in the year 1865 by Carl Linnaeus and named after the Greek god Apollo, who was believed to be the ancestor of all living things. Palaeococcus has been found in various environments, including oceans, lakes, and soil samples, and it is known for its ability to produce fossilized bacteria from ancient marine environments.