This study was conducted in order to identify indigenous microorganisms which have the
capability to degrade biodiesel contaminated sites. Bacterial isolates were identified on the basis of morphological
and biochemical characterization in which nine bacteria were isolated from the site,
Staphylococcus aureus
and
micrococcus letus
were found to be hydrocarbon degraders during the degradation test. The efficiency of
biodegradation capability of isolates was measured by UV spectroscopy for 14 days wavelength of 600nm. The
optimal temperatures at which the biodegradation occurred at 30 – 37
0C. The result obtained demonstrated the
potentials of these isolates in situ and/or ex situ bioremediation.
