Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BU021

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BU021 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative anaerobe and a chemoheterotroph. This strain exhibits a versatile cell arrangement, appearing in chains, pairs, and singles. It possesses flagella, enabling mobility, and thrives optimally at 37°C, fitting into a mesophilic temperature range. This bacterium is primarily host-associated, with a diverse array of potential hosts including Homo sapiens, various species of birds (Aves, Phasianidae), mammals (Canis lupus familiaris, Sus scrofa, Ovis aries), amphibians, and even plants (Viridiplantae). Such a wide-ranging host spectrum indicates its ecological adaptability and potential impact on different biological systems. Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_BU021 is known for its pathogenicity in humans, associated with numerous health complications. It can cause serious conditions such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis, among others. The range of infections caused by this strain highlights its significance in clinical microbiology and public health. Despite its pathogenic potential, it is classified as free-living, suggesting that it can exist independently in various environments, although it has a notable association with host organisms. This dual nature of being both a pathogen and capable of free-living existence emphasizes the ecological importance of Klebsiella pneumoniae in microbial communities and its implications for disease transmission in humans and animals alike.