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Microbiome composition as a potential predictor of longevity in rabbits.
Genetics, selection, evolution : GSE - 2 Apr 2024
Biada Iliyass, Ibáñez-Escriche Noelia, Blasco Agustín, Casto-Rebollo Cristina, Santacreu Maria A
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BACKGROUND: Longevity and resilience are two fundamental traits for more sustainable livestock production. These traits are closely related, as resilient animals tend to have longer lifespans. An interesting criterion for increasing longevity in rabbit could be based on the information provided by its gut microbiome. The gut microbiome is essential for regulating health and plays crucial roles in the development...
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