Listeria innocua 58

Listeria innocua 58 is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium characterized by its facultative anaerobic metabolism and chemoorganotrophic energy source. This organism is notable for its mobility, facilitated by the presence of flagella, and typically exhibits a cell arrangement of singles or chains. L. innocua 58 is primarily found in environments associated with poultry production, such as abattoir walls, carcasses, and poultry feed. It has been isolated from raw chicken fillets and soiled litter, indicating its prevalence in the poultry production chain. This bacterium can also inhabit the liver samples of various hosts, including Homo sapiens and Gallus gallus, suggesting a potential for cross-species interaction. The optimal growth temperature for L. innocua 58 is around 30°C, with a mesophilic temperature range allowing it to thrive in moderate environments. The strain has four replicons, which may play a role in its adaptability and genetic diversity. As a free-living organism, L. innocua 58 contributes to the microbial ecology of its habitats, potentially influencing food safety and the health of poultry and humans. Understanding its ecological role and habitats is crucial for developing effective control measures in poultry production settings, as it may serve as an indicator of sanitation practices and microbial dynamics within these environments.