Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_RO114

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_RO114 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that is classified as a facultative anaerobe and a chemoheterotroph. It is capable of existing in various arrangements, including chains, pairs, and singles, and possesses flagella, indicating motility. This strain is mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, and has a single replicon surrounded by two membranes. EuSCAPE_RO114 is primarily associated with hosts such as Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and various other Metazoa, including domestic animals like Canis lupus familiaris and Sus scrofa, as well as aquatic species like Danio rerio. The bacterium exhibits a free-living biotic relationship, which allows it to thrive in diverse environments. The strain is known for its significant pathogenicity in humans, causing a range of serious health effects including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and intra-abdominal infections, among others. It is implicated in severe conditions such as neonatal sepsis and septicemia, highlighting its potential as a critical pathogen in clinical settings. The ecological insight provided by the presence of Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_RO114 across numerous hosts suggests that it may play a role in the microbial ecosystems of both human and animal populations. The bacterium's adaptability to various environments and its pathogenic potential underline the importance of understanding its distribution and mechanisms of infection, particularly in the context of antibiotic resistance and public health.