Citrobacter freundii strain 071G10

Citrobacter freundii strain 071G10 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized as a facultative anaerobe with true flagella. This strain is notable for its presence in a variety of habitats, including hospital sewage, the intestinal tract of various hosts, sewage, soil, and surface waters. It is associated with multiple hosts, including Homo sapiens, various Metazoa, Oryctolagus cuniculus (domestic rabbit), Tilapia, Canis lupus familiaris (domestic dog), Felis catus (domestic cat), and other animals. C. freundii strain 071G10 is known for its role as an opportunistic pathogen, capable of causing a range of infections in both humans and animals. In humans, it has been linked to urinary and respiratory tract infections, while in animals, it can lead to respiratory tract and wound infections in horses, as well as pleuritis and urinary tract infections in cats. In dogs, respiratory infections have also been reported. The strain is nonsporulating and contains a single replicon, indicating a relatively simple genomic structure. The presence of C. freundii in diverse environments and its ability to infect a wide range of hosts highlight its ecological versatility and adaptability. Its role as an opportunistic pathogen underscores the importance of monitoring this bacterium in clinical and environmental settings, particularly in relation to public health and animal welfare. Understanding the dynamics of C. freundii strain 071G10 can provide insights into microbial interactions in hospital sewage and other habitats, emphasizing the need for effective infection control measures.