Staphylococcaceae facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Staphylococcaceae |
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Staphylococcaceae
Schleifer and Bell 2010
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Staphylococcaceae are a group of tiny living things called bacteria. They belong to a special group known as a family in the world of science. These bacteria are called "gram-positive." This means they look a certain way under a microscope after a special test.
Some types of Staphylococcaceae, especially those in the group called Staphylococcus, can be harmful. They are known as pathogens. This means they can cause sickness in people or animals.
Where do Staphylococcaceae Fit In?
Scientists group all living things into different categories. This helps them understand how everything is related. The Staphylococcaceae family is part of a larger group called the Bacillales order.
This family includes several different types of bacteria, which scientists call "genera" (plural of genus). Here are some of the main genera in the Staphylococcaceae family:
- Jeotgalicoccus
- Macrococcus
- Nosocomiicoccus
- Salinicoccus
- Staphylococcus
See also
In Spanish: Staphylococcaceae para niños
