Aeromonas hydrophila strain BSK-10

Aeromonas hydrophila strain BSK-10 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a heterotrophic lifestyle and is classified as a facultative aerobe. This organism can thrive in multiple habitats and is capable of mobility due to the presence of flagella. The cells of A. hydrophila BSK-10 are arranged in chains, pairs, or singles, indicating a versatile growth pattern. It has a mesophilic temperature range, with an optimal growth temperature of 22°C. This strain has a single replicon and two membranes, typical of Gram-negative bacteria. A. hydrophila strain BSK-10 is free-living and has a diverse range of hosts, including various fish species such as Oreochromis niloticus, Danio rerio, and Ictalurus punctatus, as well as amphibians and mammals. This broad host range highlights its ecological versatility. In terms of health implications, A. hydrophila strain BSK-10 is associated with a variety of human and animal infections, including meningitis, necrotizing fasciitis, and respiratory infections, as well as significant gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea and cholera-like illness. This strain is also implicated in severe conditions such as septicemia and ulcerative lesions. The biological and ecological insight gained from studying A. hydrophila strain BSK-10 underscores its role in both aquatic ecosystems and human health. Its ability to inhabit diverse environments and infect multiple hosts suggests that it could act as an opportunistic pathogen, particularly in stressed or compromised populations, indicating a need for monitoring in both clinical and environmental contexts.