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Functional genomic annotation identified 39 genes associated with xenobiotic biodegradation and metabolism, including putative catechol dioxygenase, aldehyde dehydrogenase, and cytochrome P450 genes, which together suggest a potential skatole catabolic pathway. Furthermore, the genome harbored a broad repertoire of genes associated with resistance to heavy metals, disinfectants, and multiple antibiotic classes, indicating a potential for environmental stress adaptation. Virulence factor profiling predominantly identified genes related to nutrient acquisition and microbial competition, with only a single invasion-associated factor detected, suggesting a relatively low invasive pathogenic potential. However, the presence of multiple antimicrobial resistance determinants warrants cautious interpretation, and phenotypic validation of both degradation function and biosafety is required before environmental application. 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