Klebsiella pneumoniae strain WBB417

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain WBB417 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative anaerobe, capable of thriving in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. This strain is a chemoheterotroph, deriving energy from organic compounds, and exhibits a diverse range of biotic relationships, being free-living but also associated with multiple hosts including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), and various other metazoans and plants. The organism displays a unique cell arrangement, typically found in chains, pairs, or singles, and possesses flagella, contributing to its mobility. It has a mesophilic temperature range with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, which corresponds to the normal human body temperature, facilitating its pathogenicity in human hosts. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain WBB417 is associated with numerous health effects, including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and more severe conditions such as sepsis and meningitis. These infections often occur in both immunocompromised and healthy individuals, highlighting the strain's pathogenic potential. The presence of this bacterium in various animal species and its significant role in human disease underscores its ecological versatility and importance in microbiological research and clinical settings. Further understanding of its interactions within different hosts could provide insights into its pathogenic mechanisms and potential strategies for infection control.