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Staphylococcus saprophyticus subsp. bovis subsp. nov., isolated from bovine nostrils
1Department of Microbiology, Medical Faculty, Palacký University, Olomouc, Czech Republic.
International Journal of Systematic Bacteriology
|July 1, 1996
Summary
A novel subspecies of coagulase-negative staphylococci, Staphylococcus saprophyticus subsp. bovis, has been identified in cows. This new bovine subspecies is distinct from other novobiocin-resistant staphylococci based on its unique characteristics.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Bacteriology
- Taxonomy
Background:
- Coagulase-negative staphylococci are a diverse group of bacteria.
- Staphylococcus saprophyticus is a known species within this group.
- Bovine nasal microbiota harbor various bacterial species.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a new subspecies of Staphylococcus saprophyticus isolated from cows.
- To differentiate this new subspecies from other known novobiocin-resistant staphylococci.
Main Methods:
- Isolation and characterization of bacterial strains from bovine anterior nares.
- Phenotypic analysis of the isolated strains.
- Determination of cell wall composition.
- Assessment of genetic relatedness using molecular methods.
Main Results:
- Five strains of a novel coagulase-negative subspecies were identified.
- The new subspecies, named Staphylococcus saprophyticus subsp. bovis, exhibits distinct phenotypic properties.
- Differences in cell wall composition and genetic relatedness distinguish it from other staphylococci.
- Strain KV 12 was designated as the type strain (CCM 4410).
Conclusions:
- Staphylococcus saprophyticus subsp. bovis represents a newly described taxonomic entity.
- This subspecies is specifically associated with the bovine nasal environment.
- The findings contribute to the understanding of staphylococcal diversity in livestock.