Bacteroides fragilis strain OF05-11AC

Bacteroides fragilis strain OF05-11AC is a Gram-negative, anaerobic, rod-shaped bacterium that belongs to the Bacteroides genus. This strain is classified as a chemoorganotroph, deriving energy from organic compounds, and is typically found in host-associated environments. It possesses a single chromosome and has a distinctive double membrane structure. The optimal growth temperature for this strain is 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range. This bacterium is non-motile and does not have flagella, indicating that it does not move independently. Bacteroides fragilis strain OF05-11AC is free-living but has been identified in association with various hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus (chickens), Metazoa, Equidae (horses), and Serpentes (snakes). Bacteroides fragilis is known for its pathogenic potential in humans, being associated with a range of health complications such as bacteremia, abscesses, Alzheimer's disease pathologies, diarrhea, colitis, septicemia, colorectal cancer, tumor formation, and soft-tissue infections. The presence of this bacterium in the human microbiome highlights its dual role as a part of normal flora while also posing significant health risks under certain conditions. The ecological insight gleaned from Bacteroides fragilis strain OF05-11AC's traits is its adaptability and potential impact on both host health and disease, emphasizing the importance of understanding microbial interactions within various host environments.