Core microbiome abundance

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downin P. paniscus1

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Age is associated with core microbiome abundance in P. paniscus.
“Across both environments, ageing was associated with increased microbial diversity and reduced core microbiome abundance”
AnimalsWild and zoo-housed populationsgutn = 165
Age linked to more diverse gut bacteria in bonobos
NPJ biofilms and microbiomes3 Sep 2026

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NPJ Biofilms and Microbiomes7 Oct

Age linked to more diverse gut bacteria in bonobos

An observational study of 165 wild and zoo-housed bonobos aged 2 to 71 years found age-related patterns resembling those seen in humans.An observational study of 165 wild and zoo-housed bonobos aged 2 to 71 years found age-related patterns resembling those seen in humans.

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Age linked to more diverse gut bacteria in bonobos

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