Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_HR089

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_HR089 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism, utilizing a chemoheterotrophic energy source. This strain is capable of mobility, possessing flagella, and typically exists in various cellular arrangements, including chains, pairs, and singles. Its optimal growth temperature is 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range. This strain is predominantly host-associated and demonstrates a free-living biotic relationship with a diverse range of hosts, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and various other metazoans and vertebrates. Notably, K. pneumoniae is recognized for its significant pathogenicity in humans, being implicated in numerous health concerns such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis, among others. K. pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_HR089 is nonsporulating and features a single replicon and a double membrane structure. Its association with multiple hosts suggests an ecological versatility that enables its survival in various environments, both human and animal. The extensive range of health effects associated with this strain underscores its importance in clinical microbiology and public health, highlighting the need for ongoing surveillance and research to address its impact on both human health and the broader ecosystem.