Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE088

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE088 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized as a facultative anaerobe. It is a chemoheterotroph that typically resides in host-associated environments, demonstrating versatility in its energy acquisition. This strain can be found in various arrangements, including chains, pairs, and singles, and is motile due to the presence of flagella. Optimal growth occurs at 37°C, placing this strain within the mesophilic temperature range. It possesses a single replicon and features a double membrane structure, which is characteristic of Gram-negative bacteria. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE088 is notably pathogenic to humans, causing a range of serious health issues, including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various intra-abdominal infections. The strain has also been associated with more severe conditions such as sepsis and meningitis, highlighting its clinical significance. This bacterium is free-living but has a diverse host range that includes Homo sapiens, various avian species, and other metazoans such as Gallus gallus (chickens) and Danio rerio (zebrafish). The presence of this strain in multiple hosts suggests its ecological adaptability and potential for zoonotic transmission, raising concerns about its role in public health. Understanding its pathogenicity and host interactions is critical for developing effective treatment and prevention strategies against infections caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae.