Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE013

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE013 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 cell arrangements, including chains, pairs, and singles, and possesses flagella, enabling mobility. With a mesophilic temperature range, it thrives optimally at 37°C. This bacterium is notably associated with a wide range of hosts, including Homo sapiens, various species of birds, and mammals, indicating its adaptability and potential for zoonotic transmission. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE013 has been linked to numerous health complications in humans, such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis, among others. The strain's pathogenicity underscores its significance as a human pathogen, capable of causing severe infections. Klebsiella pneumoniae is free-living but is predominantly found in host-associated environments, which may facilitate its transmission and survival across different species. Its ability to cause infections in diverse hosts highlights its ecological versatility and the potential risks it poses to both human health and veterinary contexts. The presence of this strain in various ecological niches suggests a complex interplay between the bacteria and their hosts, which may have implications for the management of infections and understanding the dynamics of antimicrobial resistance.