Physiological function of gut microbiota and metabolome on successful pregnancy and lactation in the captive Yangtze finless porpoise (Neophocaena asiaeorientalis asiaeorientalis)†.

ABSTRACT: Gestation period in captive Yangtze finless porpoise (YFP) is a well-coordinated and dynamic process, involving both systemic and local alterations. The gut microbiota and its connection to fecal metabolites are crucial in supporting fetal development and ensuring maternal health during reproductive stages. This study evaluates changes in the gut microbiota and their correlation with fecal metabolites in captive YFPs during different reproductive stages. The results reveal that microbial community structure changed significantly during reproductive stages, while gut microbial diversity remained stable. The genus unclassified Peptostrptococcaceae, Corynebacterium, and norank KD4-96 were significantly greater in non-pregnancy (NP), Terrisporobacter was significantly greater in lactating (LL)

SUBMITTER: Shah SAUR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11647103 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature