ANME-2

ANME-2 (Anaerobic Methane-oxidizing Archaeon 2) is a type of microorganism that lives in deep-sea environments where oxygen is absent. It plays a crucial role in reducing methane, a potent greenhouse gas, by converting it into carbon dioxide through a process called anaerobic oxidation. ANME-2 often works closely with specialized bacteria that help facilitate this reaction. This process helps limit methane release into the atmosphere, thus contributing to climate regulation. Overall, ANME-2 is an important part of marine ecosystems, helping balance Earth's carbon cycle in oxygen-free conditions.