Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE122

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE122 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that thrives in host-associated environments. It is classified as a facultative anaerobe, allowing it to utilize both aerobic and anaerobic respiration. This strain exhibits a chemoheterotrophic metabolism, deriving energy from organic compounds. Its cell arrangement typically presents in chains, pairs, or singles. The bacterium is motile, equipped with flagella, and is optimized for growth at an optimal temperature of 37°C, although it can survive within a mesophilic temperature range. EuSCAPE_BE122 possesses a single replicon and is characterized by a double membrane structure, common to Gram-negative bacteria. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BE122 is associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens, domestic animals such as Gallus gallus (chickens) and Sus scrofa (pigs), as well as other metazoans and vertebrates. This broad host range indicates its ecological versatility and potential for transmission across species. Clinically, this strain is significant due to its pathogenicity in humans, where it causes a range of serious infections such as bacteremia, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and various intra-abdominal infections. The ability of EuSCAPE_BE122 to cause severe health effects underscores the importance of monitoring and controlling its spread, especially in healthcare settings where it can lead to outbreaks of antibiotic-resistant infections. Its presence in diverse hosts further emphasizes the need for understanding its ecological role and potential reservoirs in the environment.