Draft genome sequences of Megasphaera paucivorans , a species of strict anaerobic beer spoiling cocci

The only two commercially available strains of Megasphaera paucivorans were cultivated and their genomes sequenced. As recurring beer spoiling bacteria, they cause unwanted turbidity and unpleasant odors. Their genomes harbor a number of putative defense mechanisms explaining their much-needed resilience to survive in the brewing environment.