Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_LU014

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_LU014 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that is classified as a facultative anaerobe, allowing it to thrive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. This strain is a chemoheterotroph, deriving energy from organic sources, and exhibits mobility due to the presence of flagella. Typically found in chains, pairs, or as singles, EuSCAPE_LU014 has an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, categorizing it as mesophilic. EuSCAPE_LU014 is associated with a wide range of hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), and various other metazoans, plants, and mammals, demonstrating its versatility in different biological contexts. This strain is known to have a significant impact on human health, being linked to numerous infections such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and several others, highlighting its pathogenicity. The strain has a single replicon and is nonsporulating, indicating a stable genome without the ability to enter a dormant state that some bacteria utilize for survival under adverse conditions. Its biotic relationships are characterized as free-living, yet it exhibits pathogenic behavior in humans. The ecological insight from the traits of Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_LU014 suggests its adaptability and potential for causing disease across a variety of hosts. This highlights the importance of monitoring such strains in clinical settings, as their widespread presence and pathogenic potential pose significant risks to both human and animal health.