The role of gut archaea in the pig gut microbiome: a mini-review

Frontiers in Microbiology

Microbiology

Yunjuan Peng¹  Routing Chen¹  Jianbo Yang¹  Ying Li¹  Feilong Deng¹  Jianmin Chai² 

[1] Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Animal Molecular Design and Precise Breeding, College of Life Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan, China;School of Life Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan, Guangdong, China;Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Animal Molecular Design and Precise Breeding, College of Life Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan, China;School of Life Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan, Guangdong, China;State Key Laboratory of Swine and Poultry Breeding Industry, Guangzhou, China;

关键词: pig gut microbiota;    gut archaea;    probiotics;    pig;    feed efficiency;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fmicb.2023.1284603

 received in 2023-08-28, accepted in 2023-09-22,  发布年份 2023

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

The gastrointestinal microbiota of swine harbors an essential but often overlooked component: the gut archaea. These enigmatic microorganisms play pivotal roles in swine growth, health, and yield quality. Recent insights indicate that the diversity of gut archaea is influenced by various factors including breed, age, and diet. Such factors orchestrate the metabolic interactions within the porcine gastrointestinal environment. Through symbiotic relationships with bacteria, these archaea modulate the host’s energy metabolism and digestive processes. Contemporary research elucidates a strong association between the abundance of these archaea and economically significant traits in swine. This review elucidates the multifaceted roles of gut archaea in swine and underscores the imperative for strategic interventions to modulate their population and functionality. By exploring the probiotic potential of gut archaea, we envisage novel avenues to enhance swine growth, health, and product excellence. By spotlighting this crucial, yet under-investigated, facet of the swine gut microbiome, we aim to galvanize further scientific exploration into harnessing their myriad benefits.

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