Gut microbiome diversity and composition is associated with exploratory behavior in a wild-caught songbird
Abstract Background The gut microbiome influences its host in a myriad of ways, from immune system development to nutrient utilization. However, our understanding of the relationship between the gut microbiome and behavior, especially in wild species, is still poor. One behavior that potentially int...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-02-01
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Series: | Animal Microbiome |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s42523-023-00227-x |