Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_HU036

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_HU036 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a facultative anaerobe and a chemoheterotroph. Its optimal growth temperature is 37°C, placing it within the mesophilic range. This strain is characterized by its mobility, attributed to the presence of flagella, and it typically exists in cell arrangements that include chains, pairs, and singles. This strain exhibits a significant biotic relationship as it is free-living yet associated with a wide variety of hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), various metazoans, Viridiplantae (plants), Danio rerio (zebrafish), Ovis aries (sheep), Phasianidae (pheasants), Sus scrofa (pigs), Aves (birds), Canis lupus familiaris (domestic dogs), Amphibia (amphibians), and Equidae (horses). Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_HU036 is known for its pathogenicity in humans, associated with a range of health effects. These include bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and various abdominal infections, among others. The strain is notable for its role in severe clinical conditions such as neonatal sepsis and septicemia. The ecological insight derived from the diverse host associations and pathogenic potential of Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_HU036 underscores its adaptability and significance in both human health and the broader environment. This adaptability may contribute to its persistence in various ecological niches, thereby facilitating its transmission and impact on public health.