Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT095

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_IT095 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that belongs to the Enterobacteriaceae family. This strain is categorized as a chemoheterotroph, deriving its energy from organic compounds. It exhibits a facultative anaerobic growth pattern, allowing it to thrive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. The optimal growth temperature for this strain is 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range. K. pneumoniae EuSCAPE_IT095 is motile, possessing flagella, and typically presents in a variety of cell arrangements, including chains, pairs, and singles. It has a biotic relationship characterized as free-living. This strain is known to inhabit various hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), and numerous other metazoan species, indicating its broad ecological adaptability. Clinically, K. pneumoniae EuSCAPE_IT095 is associated with a range of health effects in humans, such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis, among others. These infections highlight its pathogenicity, particularly in human hosts. The presence of this strain in diverse host species suggests a potential ecological role in both environmental and clinical settings, reflecting its capacity to adapt and thrive in varied biological contexts. Understanding the traits and behaviors of K. pneumoniae EuSCAPE_IT095 can provide insights into its impact on health and disease across different organisms.