Genome sequence of Vibrio parahaemolyticus strains isolated from aquatic bird feces

This project reported the detection of potentially pathogenic V. parahamolyticus from aquatic bird feces at the recreational center situated near the Gulf of Thailand. Five strains possessing virulence genes i.e. tdh and/or trh were selected for whole genome sequencing (WGS). Our research pointed out that the aquatic bird is possibly involved in the evolution of novel strains of V. parahaemolyticus and play a role in dissimilation of the potentially pathogenic strains across geographical distance.