Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_ES253

Klebsiella pneumoniae strain EuSCAPE_ES253 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits a facultative anaerobic metabolism and is categorized as a chemoheterotroph, obtaining energy from organic compounds. This strain is notable for its ability to exist in various arrangements, including chains, pairs, and singles, and it possesses flagella, which contribute to its mobility. EuSCAPE_ES253 is mesophilic, thriving optimally at a temperature of 37°C, and has a single replicon and a double membrane structure. This bacterium is primarily associated with hosts, including humans (Homo sapiens), various animal species, and plants, indicating a broad ecological niche. It is involved in multiple biotic relationships, being free-living and capable of infecting a range of hosts, including mammals like dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) and livestock such as pigs (Sus scrofa) and sheep (Ovis aries). Klebsiella pneumoniae EuSCAPE_ES253 is clinically significant due to its pathogenicity in humans, causing a variety of serious health conditions, including bacteremia, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and sepsis. Its ability to infect diverse hosts suggests a versatile adaptation mechanism. The strain's association with such a wide array of infections highlights its potential impact on public health and the importance of monitoring its spread and antimicrobial resistance. Understanding its ecological relationships may further inform strategies for managing infections in both human and veterinary medicine.