The following bacterial genera belong to the Enterobacteriaceae. In particular, the heavily flagellated ________ display swarming behavior prior to forming ________.
A) Escherichia; colonies
B) Proteus; biofilms
C) Pseudomonas; endospores
D) Caulbacter; stalks
E) Myxobacteria; fruiting bodies

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The genus Proteus is known for its swarming behavior, where the bacteria move quickly across a surface aided by many flagella. They eventually form biofilms, or densely packed communities, once they have reached a certain density. None of the other options display this specific behavior.

The Following Bacterial Genera Belong to the Enterobacteriaceae