Molecular Characterization of a New Moniliformis sp. From a Plateau Zokor (Eospalax fontanierii baileyi) in China [PDF]
Frontiers in Microbiology, 2022 In the present study, a new species of the genus Moniliformis species is described taxonomically in the mitochondrial genomic context. The parasite was found in a plateau zokor captured in a high-altitude area of Xiahe County of Gansu Province, China ...
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Comparative phylogeography of the plateau zokor (Eospalax baileyi) and its host-associated flea (Neopsylla paranoma) in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. [PDF]
BMC Evol Biol, 2014 Specific host-parasite systems often embody a particular co-distribution phenomenon, in which the parasite's phylogeographic pattern is dependent on its host. In practice, however, both congruent and incongruent phylogeographic patterns between the host and the parasite have been reported. Here, we compared the population genetics of the plateau zokor (
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Effect of moderate livestock grazing on soil and vegetation characteristics in zokor mounds of different ages [PDF]
Scientific Reports, 2023 Mounds formed by plateau zokors (Eospalax baileyi) in alpine meadows are easily disturbed by livestock. We aimed to reveal the effect of moderate livestock grazing (from October 15 to March 15 of the following year) on plant and soil characteristics of ...
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Metagenomics reveals gut microbial differences and ecological adaptation in plateau zokor (Eospalax baileyi) populations [PDF]
BMC MicrobiologyNine geographically distinct populations of plateau zokors (Eospalax baileyi) from Qinghai Province were selected for metagenomic analysis to investigate the composition of gut microbial communities among different populations.
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Two plants improve stress response of a subterranean herbivore by downregulating amphetamine addiction pathways [PDF]
Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2023 IntroductionCaptivity serves as the primary method for enhancing animal survival and productivity. However, the stress induced by confinement can hinder animal growth and reproduction.
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Androgen-induced ferroptosis regulates seasonal testicular regression: insights into adaptive mechanisms of seasonal breeding [PDF]
BMC GenomicsBackground Numerous animal species employ seasonal breeding strategies to cope with the challenges posed by environmental stress. Males exhibit periodic testicular development and spermatogenesis, which involves complex gene regulation and various ...
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Mycobacterium tuberculosis Beijing genotype family strain isolated from naturally infected plateau zokor (Myospalax baileyi) in China
Emerging Microbes and Infections, 2017 Emerging Microbes & Infections (2017) 6, e47; doi:10.1038/emi.2017.33; published online 7 June ...
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Gut Microbiota Regulate Lipid Metabolism via the Bile Acid Pathway: Resistance to Hypoxia in Gansu Zokor (Eospalax cansus). [PDF]
Integr ZoolThe gut microbiota regulates lipid metabolism of Gansu zokor (Eospalax cansus) through the bile acid pathway in hypoxic environments, reflecting the unique survival strategy of subterranean rodents to maintain lipid metabolism homeostasis and flexible energy metabolism in hypoxic environments.
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Increased burrow oxygen levels trigger defensive burrow-sealing behavior by plateau zokors [PDF]
Scientific Reports, 2021 Defensive behaviors are a response to immediate and potential threats in the environment, including abiotic and biotic threats. Subterranean rodents exhibit morphological and physiological adaptions for life underground, and they will seal with mounds ...
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GeodermaAs crucial regulators of the ecosystem functions, soil microbes are facing a range of challenges including ecological degradation caused by small mammal disturbances.
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