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Microbial dysbiosis and its implications for disease in a genetically depauperate species
Alexandra L. DeCandia, Julie L. King, Bridgett M. vonHoldt
This study examines microbial dysbiosis in Santa Catalina Island foxes, finding that mite infection reduces microbial diversity and promotes dominance of Staphylococcus pseudintermedius, potentially contributing to tumor development.