RT Journal Article SR Electronic(1) A1 EVANS, JAMES B. A1 SCHULTES, L. M.YR 1969 T1 DNA base composition and physiological characteristics of the genus Aerococcus1 JF International Journal of Systematic and Evolutionary Microbiology, VO 19 IS 2 SP 159 OP 163 DO https://doi.org/10.1099/00207713-19-2-159 PB Microbiology Society, SN 1466-5034, AB ABSTRACT The physiological and morphological homogeneity of this group of bacteria is in conformity with a relatively narrow range of DNA base ratios and is in marked contrast to the diversity of nomenclature that has been applied to them. They are Gram-positive cocci with a strong tendency toward tetrad formation. They produce little or no anaerobic growth in shake cultures yet lack a porphyrin respiratory system and produce hydrogen peroxide which restricts their aerobic growth. Their DNA has a base ratio of 37-41% GC. They are variously known as Gaffkya homari, Pediococcus homari, or Aerococcus viridans. Their correct name must await action of the Judicial Commission regarding rejection of the generic name Gaffkya., UL https://www.microbiologyresearch.org/content/journal/ijsem/10.1099/00207713-19-2-159