Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE071

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE071 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism. It is classified as a chemoheterotroph, utilizing organic compounds for energy. This strain typically exists in host-associated habitats, demonstrating a free-living biotic relationship. It is capable of mobility, possessing flagella, and exhibits a diverse cell arrangement characterized by chains, pairs, and singles. EuSCAPE_BE071 thrives optimally at 37°C, within a mesophilic temperature range, and has a single replicon with a double-membrane structure. The strain has been identified in a wide array of hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), various birds, mammals, and reptiles such as Danio rerio (zebrafish) and Sus scrofa (domestic pigs). This strain is notable for its pathogenicity in humans, being associated with a range of serious health effects. These include bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and a variety of intra-abdominal infections. Additionally, it can lead to conditions such as sepsis, neonatal sepsis, and pyogenic liver abscesses. The broad range of infections and host species indicates a significant ecological versatility and adaptability of Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE071, highlighting its potential impact on both human health and animal hosts. This adaptability may contribute to its persistence and spread in various environments, emphasizing the importance of monitoring this strain in clinical and ecological contexts.