Staphylococcus aureus appears to be very adept at acquiring virulence and antibiotic resistance genes from other bacteria.

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Staphylococcus aureus is known for its ability to acquire foreign DNA through horizontal gene transfer, such as plasmids and transposons, which can confer virulence factors and antibiotic resistance genes. This contributes to the pathogenicity and ability of the bacteria to cause infections that are difficult to treat with antibiotics.

Staphylococcus Aureus Appears to Be Very Adept at Acquiring Virulence