Pasteurella multocida strain MSP58

Pasteurella multocida strain MSP58 is a Gram-negative bacterium characterized by a rod shape and the presence of flagella. It is classified as a facultative anaerobe, enabling it to thrive in varying oxygen conditions. The optimal growth temperature for this strain is 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range. P. multocida MSP58 possesses a single replicon and two membranes, indicative of its complex cell structure. This bacterium is host-associated and has a diverse range of potential hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, Bos taurus, Ovis aries, Oryctolagus cuniculus, various Aves, Canis lupus familiaris, Felis catus, Mammalia, and Capra hircus. Such a wide host range underscores its ecological versatility and adaptability. P. multocida MSP58 exhibits a free-living biotic relationship, allowing it to exist outside of its hosts under certain conditions. In terms of health impacts, P. multocida strain MSP58 is known to cause several significant diseases. These include pneumonia, cellulitis, and various respiratory infections in both humans and animals. Specifically, it is associated with fowl cholera, hemorrhagic septicemia, and bovine respiratory disease complex, among other illnesses. The ability of this bacterium to affect multiple host species highlights its importance in veterinary and medical microbiology, emphasizing the need for continued surveillance and research to mitigate its impact on health across different populations.