One phenotypic trait used for species identification and description is the analysis of the types and proportions of the fatty acids present in the cytoplasmic and outer membranes. The methodology employed is often nicknamed FAME.

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FAME (fatty acid methyl esters) analysis is indeed a commonly used method for identifying bacterial species based on the types and proportions of fatty acids in their membranes.

One Phenotypic Trait Used for Species Identification and Description Is