Complete genome sequence of multidrug-resistant Aeromonas hydrophila strain KN-Mc-1R2 isolated from the wild nutria (Myocastor coypus) in Korea

Aeromonas hydrophila, which is originally known as pathogens of cold-blooded animals, is presently posing serious threats to public health due to its zoonotic potential and resistance to commercial antibiotics. Herein, we present the complete genome of the multidrug-resistant A. hydrophila strain KNMc-1R2 isolated from the wild nutria captured in Korea. The sequenced genome of strain KN-Mc-1R2 was 4,911,246 bp long with a G + C content of 61.0%, but without a plasmid. Genomic analysis showed that the isolate encoded several virulence-associated genes including multiple enterotoxins in the genus Aeromonas and three genetic determinants related to the resistance on β-lactam antimicrobials. Based on these results, A. hydrophila isolated from the wild nutria can cause potential zoonotic infections leading to antimicrobial treatment failure in humans. The genome of A.