Looking like the locals - gut microbiome changes post-release in an endangered species

Abstract Background Captivity presents extreme lifestyle changes relative to the wild, and evidence of microbiome dysbiosis in captive animals is growing. The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in host health. Whilst captive breeding and subsequent reintroduction to the wild is important for conser...

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Main Authors: Rowena Chong, Catherine E. Grueber, Samantha Fox, Phil Wise, Vanessa R. Barrs, Carolyn J. Hogg, Katherine Belov
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-10-01
Series:Animal Microbiome
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s42523-019-0012-4