Pasteurella multocida strain PM 8-6

Pasteurella multocida strain PM 8-6 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that is classified as a facultative anaerobe. This strain has a mesophilic temperature range, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C. It is characterized by the presence of flagella, although it is non-motile. P. multocida PM 8-6 possesses one replicon and is surrounded by two membranes, indicating its Gram-negative nature. The ecological niche of P. multocida strain PM 8-6 is host-associated, indicating its dependence on various animal hosts for survival. This bacterium is known to infect multiple species, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (domestic chickens), Bos taurus (cattle), Ovis aries (sheep), Oryctolagus cuniculus (rabbits), Aves (birds), Canis lupus familiaris (domestic dogs), Felis catus (domestic cats), and Capra hircus (goats). P. multocida is associated with several health effects, including pneumonia, cellulitis, and various respiratory infections in both humans and animals. In livestock, it is linked to diseases such as fowl cholera, hemorrhagic septicemia, and bovine respiratory disease complex. The diverse range of hosts and associated diseases underscores the bacterium's significant impact on both animal and human health, highlighting its potential as a zoonotic pathogen. In conclusion, the adaptability of P. multocida strain PM 8-6 to various hosts and its role in significant diseases suggest its importance in veterinary and public health contexts, emphasizing the need for ongoing surveillance and research.