Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_DE091

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_DE091 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized as a facultative anaerobe and a chemoheterotroph. Its typical habitat is host-associated, where it can be found in various organisms, including Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and several others across Metazoa and Viridiplantae. This strain exhibits mobility, possessing flagella, and typically arranges itself in chains, pairs, or as singles. EuSCAPE_DE091 thrives optimally at 37°C, classifying it as mesophilic. It has a single replicon and a double membrane structure, which is common among Gram-negative bacteria. As a free-living organism, it is capable of surviving in diverse environments. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_DE091 is notable for its pathogenicity in humans, being associated with a wide range of health conditions. These include bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and more severe infections like sepsis and meningitis. The strain is also implicated in infections across different biological hosts, indicating its adaptability and potential risk in both human health and veterinary contexts. The ecological insight from these traits suggests that Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_DE091 occupies a significant niche in host-associated environments, highlighting its role in both health and disease. Its ability to thrive in various hosts underscores the importance of monitoring this pathogen, particularly in clinical settings where it may contribute to healthcare-associated infections.