Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_UK099

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_UK099 is a gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism, allowing it to thrive in various oxygen conditions. It is a chemoheterotroph, deriving energy from organic compounds, and typically resides in host-associated environments. This strain is capable of mobility, possessing flagella, and it typically arranges itself in chains, pairs, or as singles. Optimal growth for EuSCAPE_UK099 occurs at a temperature of 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic range. It has a single replicon and is characterized by a double-membrane structure. This bacterium is classified as free-living and has a diverse range of hosts, including various species within Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, Metazoa, Viridiplantae, and several others such as Canis lupus familiaris and Equidae. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_UK099 is associated with numerous health effects, particularly in humans, where it can cause conditions such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various abdominal infections, among others. Its pathogenicity in humans highlights its importance as a significant opportunistic pathogen. The ecological implications of Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_UK099 underscore its adaptability and potential for transmission across diverse species. Its capacity to inhabit various hosts and the range of diseases it can cause indicate its role in both human health and environmental microbiology, emphasizing the need for continued study of its pathogenic mechanisms and ecological interactions.