Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_HU031

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_HU031 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized as a facultative anaerobe and chemoheterotroph. This strain is capable of existing in various forms, including chains, pairs, and singles, and possesses flagella, indicating its motility. The optimal growth temperature for this strain is 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic temperature range. K. pneumoniae EuSCAPE_HU031 is primarily host-associated, with a broad spectrum of potential hosts that includes Homo sapiens, Gallus gallus, and various other vertebrates and invertebrates. Its biotic relationship is categorized as free-living, suggesting it can thrive independently in various environments, including within host organisms. This strain is significant in clinical settings due to its association with multiple health effects, such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various other severe infections including neonatal sepsis and liver abscesses. The pathogenicity of K. pneumoniae EuSCAPE_HU031 in humans underlines its role as a notable opportunistic pathogen, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. Overall, the ecological versatility and pathogenic potential of K. pneumoniae EuSCAPE_HU031 highlight its importance in both environmental microbiology and public health. Understanding its interactions with diverse hosts and the mechanisms behind its pathogenicity can aid in addressing the challenges posed by infections it causes, especially in hospital settings where antibiotic resistance is a growing concern.