Gut Microbial Adaptation to Varied Altitudes and Temperatures in Tibetan Plateau Yaks.

ABSTRACT: The yak (Bos grunniens) exhibits exceptional regional adaptability, enabling it to thrive in the distinctive ecological niches of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Its survival relies on the intricate balance of its intestinal microbiome, essential for adapting to harsh environmental conditions. Despite the documented significance of bacteria and fungi in maintaining intestinal homeostasis and supporting immune functions, there is still a substantial gap in understanding how the composition and functionality of yak gut microbiota vary along altitude-temperature gradients. This study aims to fill this gap by employing 16S rRNA and ITS amplicon sequencing techniques to analyze and compare the intestinal microbiome of yaks residing at different elevations and exposed to varying temperatures.

SUBMITTER: Zhu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11278572 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature