Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_DE035

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_DE035 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized by its facultative anaerobic metabolism and ability to thrive at an optimal temperature of 37°C, classifying it as mesophilic. This strain exhibits mobility due to the presence of flagella and can be found in various cell arrangements, including chains, pairs, and singles. It possesses a single replicon and is surrounded by two membranes, typical of Gram-negative bacteria. As a chemoheterotroph, K. pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_DE035 derives its energy from organic compounds, allowing it to inhabit diverse environments, particularly those associated with hosts. It has been identified in a broad range of hosts, including Homo sapiens and various animals such as Gallus gallus, Sus scrofa, and Canis lupus familiaris. This bacterium is known for its pathogenic effects in humans, being associated with conditions like bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis, among others. Notably, K. pneumoniae strains, including EuSCAPE_DE035, have significant implications for public health due to their potential to cause severe infections. The presence of this strain in various animal hosts may suggest a complex ecological role, potentially facilitating the transmission of antibiotic resistance genes among different species. This underscores the importance of monitoring such bacteria in both clinical and environmental settings to better understand their impact on human health and the ecosystem.