Gut bacterial and fungal communities of Francois' langur (<i>Trachypithecus francoisi</i>) changed coordinate to different seasons.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

François' langur (Trachypithecus francoisi), an endangered primate endemic to limestone forests in Vietnam and China, relies on gut microbiota to maintain gastrointestinal stability and adapt to dietary shifts. While gut microbial communities are dynamic and sensitive to seasonal and resource variations, their specific responses in François' langurs remain poorly characterized. This study investigates seasonal variations in the composition and diversity of gut bacterial and fungal communities in this species to enhance understanding of its ecological adaptations.

Methods

Fresh fecal samples from 22 François' langurs in Mayanghe National Nature Reserve, China, were collected across four seasons. Bacterial and fungal communities were analyzed using high-thr

SUBMITTER: Liu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11920163 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature