Micrococcus

Micrococcus is a genus of bacteria in the Micrococcaceae family. Micrococcus species are typically spherical and form tetrads or irregular clusters. They are Gram-positive, non-motile, and do not form spores. They are found in a wide range of environments, including water, dust, and skin.

Characteristics

Micrococcus species are typically Gram-positive, non-motile, and do not form spores. They are usually spherical and form tetrads or irregular clusters. They are oxidase positive and can reduce nitrate to nitrite.

Habitat

Micrococcus species are found in a wide range of environments, including water, dust, and skin. They are part of the normal microbiota of the skin and can also be found in the upper respiratory tract and the urogenital tract.

Pathogenicity

While Micrococcus species are generally considered non-pathogenic, they can cause opportunistic infections in individuals with weakened immune systems. They have been associated with a variety of infections, including septicemia, endocarditis, and meningitis.

Treatment

Treatment of infections caused by Micrococcus species typically involves antibiotics. However, some strains have been found to be resistant to certain antibiotics, making treatment more challenging.

See also

• List of bacterial genera
• Microbiology

External links

• Micrococcus at the NCBI Taxonomy Browser

Micrococcus Resources
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