Acinetobacter baumannii strain WPB103

Acinetobacter baumannii strain WPB103 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that typically exists as single cells. This strain thrives optimally at a temperature of 37.0°C and is classified as a chemoheterotroph, utilizing organic carbon sources for energy. A. baumannii is an aerobic organism, requiring oxygen for its metabolic processes, which aligns with its capability to inhabit a variety of environments. The versatility of A. baumannii strain WPB103 in terms of habitat suggests that it can adapt to diverse ecological niches, potentially including soil, water, and clinical settings. This adaptability may facilitate its survival and persistence in various conditions, contributing to its significance in microbiological studies. Understanding the metabolic and environmental resilience of this strain could provide insights into its role in microbial communities and its interactions within different ecosystems.