Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_GR162

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_GR162 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism, functioning as a chemoheterotroph. This strain is capable of existing in various forms, including chains, pairs, and singles, and possesses flagella, allowing for mobility. It is classified as mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C. The habitat of K. pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_GR162 is primarily host-associated, indicating its adaptation to living in association with various hosts. It has been identified in a wide range of organisms, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (domestic chickens), and other metazoans and vertebrates such as Danio rerio (zebrafish) and Sus scrofa (pigs). This diverse host range reflects its ecological versatility and potential for transmission among species. K. pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_GR162 is known for its pathogenicity in humans, causing a variety of health issues such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis, among others. Its nonsporulating nature suggests that it relies on direct transmission and environmental adaptability rather than sporulation for survival and propagation. This strain’s free-living biotic relationship, combined with its pathogenic potential in multiple hosts, underscores its significance in both clinical microbiology and ecology. Understanding the interactions between K. pneumoniae and its hosts can help inform strategies for infection control and management, highlighting the importance of monitoring its prevalence across different environments and species.