Halovenus anhuiensis sp. nov. and Natronomonas salinimetallica sp. nov., two extremely halophilic archaeon isolated from a salt mine

Key Points

• Halovenus anhuiensis and Natronomonas salinimetallica are newly identified halophilic archaeons.
• These archaeons were isolated from a salt mine, demonstrating their adaptation to extreme salinity conditions.
• Isolation techniques revealed unique physiological traits of both species, including survival strategies in extreme environments.
• These findings imply that these archaeons could have potential biotechnological applications in saline environments.