Bacillus cereus strain AFS098170

Bacillus cereus strain AFS098170 is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a chain-like cell arrangement. As an aerobic organism, it requires oxygen for growth and is mesophilic, with an optimal temperature of 25°C. This strain possesses flagella, indicating mobility, and is free-living, thriving in multiple habitats. B. cereus AFS098170 has a single replicon and one membrane, which is typical for members of its genus. It has a wide range of hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, Metazoa, Insecta, Oryctolagus cuniculus, Galleria mellonella, Mammalia, Nematoda, Alvinocaris longirostris, Oscheius, and Chelidonium majus, highlighting its ecological versatility. This strain is notably pathogenic to humans, associated with a variety of health effects including bacteremia, pneumonia, meningitis, and foodborne illnesses such as food poisoning and gastrointestinal infections. These infections can lead to severe consequences, including necrotizing fasciitis and systemic multi-organ failure. The presence of B. cereus in both mammals and insects suggests its ability to adapt and thrive in diverse environments while posing significant health risks. The ecological insight drawn from this data indicates that B. cereus strain AFS098170 plays a dual role as both a free-living organism and a pathogen, capable of impacting a wide range of hosts. This adaptability underscores the importance of monitoring this bacterium in food safety and public health contexts, as its presence can lead to serious health incidents.