The metagenomics of Great Bustard and its related species

The aim of this study was to explore the gut microbiota difference between male and female Great Bustards wintering at different sites with variable diet. Thus, we hypothesized, (1) the gut microbiota composition is different between the female and the male; (2) diet may alter the microbiota communities; while (3) sex and diet has an interactive effect on the gut microbiota. The observed differences due to either sex or diet highlighted the importance of shaping the gut microbiota in response to the environment.