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===Overview===
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''Staphylococcus aureus'' is a species of major veterinary significance as it can infect most of the common domestic species. Though transfer between species and between animals and man is limited there is still significant levels of ''S. aureus'' existing in the environment to pose a threat if not properly controlled. It is a major cause of mastitis in cattle, sheep, goats and horses.
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===Characteristics===
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''S. aureus'' has a standard staphylococcal morphology but varies somewhat in its biochemistry.
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===Bovine mastitis===
 
===Bovine mastitis===
  
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