Enhanced immunity: the gut microbiota changes in high-altitude Tibetan pigs compared to Yorkshire pigs.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Long-term domestication in high-altitude environments has led to unique changes in the gut microbiota of Tibetan Pigs. This study aims to investigate specific alterations in the intestinal flora of Tibetan Pigs compared to Yorkshire pigs.

Methods

We employed 16S rRNA and metagenomic sequencing technologies for comprehensive analysis of the gut microbiota. The data collected allowed us to assess microbial community structures and functional capabilities.

Results

Our analysis revealed that Tibetan Pigs raised under a "free-range + supplementary feeding" model exhibited increased abundance of microbial communities associated with short-chain fatty acid synthesis and the digestion of cellulose and hemicellulose. Notably, the characteristic bacterium Rhodoc

SUBMITTER: Liu C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11609222 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature