Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_FR007

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_FR007 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized as a facultative anaerobe and chemoheterotroph. This strain is capable of existing in a variety of forms, including chains, pairs, and singles, and exhibits mobility due to the presence of flagella. It thrives optimally at a temperature of 37°C, fitting within the mesophilic temperature range, and possesses a single replicon and two membranes. This strain is known to be associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), and a range of other vertebrates and invertebrates such as Danio rerio (zebrafish), Canis lupus familiaris (domestic dogs), and Equidae (horses). Its biotic relationship is classified as free-living, indicating that it can survive independently outside of a host. Klebsiella pneumoniae EuSCAPE_FR007 is notably pathogenic, associated with numerous health effects in humans, such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis. The bacterium is implicated in serious conditions such as liver abscesses, meningitis, and enteritis, highlighting its potential to cause a wide range of infections that can be critical, especially in vulnerable populations. The ecological insight from the data indicates that Klebsiella pneumoniae has a significant role in both environmental and clinical contexts. Its ability to infect multiple host species suggests a versatile adaptability and potential for zoonotic transmission, emphasizing the need for monitoring and understanding its epidemiology in both human and veterinary medicine.