Tiermikrobiom
Tiermikrobiom refers to the collection of microorganisms, including bacteria, archaea, fungi, and viruses, that live in and on a particular animal. These microbial communities inhabit various sites on the animal's body, with the gastrointestinal tract being one of the most densely populated and extensively studied. The skin, respiratory tract, and reproductive organs also host significant microbial populations.
The composition and function of the tiermikrobiom are influenced by numerous factors, such as the animal's
Disruptions to the tiermikrobiom, known as dysbiosis, can have significant implications for animal health. Dysbiosis has