Complete genome sequences of Vibrio parahaemolyticus strains L2171 and L2181 associated with AHPND in Penaeus vannamei postlarvae by hybrid sequencing

<i>Vibrio parahaemolyticus</i> strains L2171 and L2181 were isolated from a <i>Penaeus vannamei</i> shrimp hatchery. Both strains carry the pVA plasmid harboring the <i>PirAB</i> genes encoding the binary PirAB toxins that cause the acute hepatopancreatic necrosis disease (AHPND) in cultured shrimp. The strains also harbor multidrug resistance (MDR) and a repertoire of virulence factor genes. Our goal was to determine their complete genome sequences and perform a comprehensive analysis of their genetic characteristics. Therefore, the genomes of two strains, which are highly virulent to shrimp were sequenced by Illumina and the PacBio platforms. These data contribute to a better understanding of <i>V. parahaemolyticus</i> and its role as a pathogen in commercially important species such as farmed shrimp, providing valuable insights for disease management in aquaculture.