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Jul 2026
A rugged life: how host-microbiome adaptations associated with the semi-feral lifestyle of gayal (Bos frontalis).
The semi-domesticated gayal (Bos frontalis) is an endangered browsing ruminant inhabiting the rugged Eastern Himalayan foothills, and maintains an energy-intensive lifestyle on nutrient-poor, fiber-rich feed. However, the dietary, microbial, and host physiological features underlying this adaptation remain poorly under...
Yuming Chen, Juntao Ma, Zhifan Guo et al.
· npj Biofilms and Microbiomes · 1 citation