Hafnia alvei strain PCM_1221 861

Hafnia alvei strain PCM_1221 861 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative anaerobe. This strain is notably isolated from a hot spring habitat, suggesting it can thrive in high-temperature environments. It possesses a single replicon, indicating a streamlined genetic structure. This bacterium has been associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens, Metazoa, Viridiplantae, Amphibia, and specifically Gastrotheca, as well as insect hosts like Apis mellifera and members of the order Anthophila. The presence of H. alvei in both vertebrate and invertebrate hosts, particularly in bees, highlights its ecological versatility and potential interactions within diverse ecosystems. Health effects attributed to Hafnia alvei strain PCM_1221 861 include septicemia in humans, alongside mild diseases in other organisms. Additionally, it has been linked to septicemia in bees, which raises concerns regarding its impact on pollinator health. The bacterium's association with both human and bee health underscores its ecological significance, particularly in the context of biodiversity and the health of ecosystems reliant on pollination services. In summary, Hafnia alvei strain PCM_1221 861 exemplifies a microbe that occupies unique ecological niches while also posing potential health risks to a range of hosts, highlighting the interconnectedness of microbial life and its broader implications for environmental health and disease dynamics.