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ArticleBMC microbiology2026

Breed-dependent differences in gut microbiota linked to indole and skatole levels in Hezuo and DLY pigs.

Xiaoli Gao, Shengwei Zhang, Qiaoli Yang

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Xiaoli GaoCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, 730070, China.
Shengwei ZhangFarmer Education and Training Work Station of Gansu province, Lanzhou, 730070, China.
Qiaoli YangCollege of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, 730070, China. yangql0112@163.com.

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Earmarked Fund for the Pig Industry in Gansu Agriculture Research System GSARS10Natural Science Foundation of Gansu Province 23JRRA1422the Breeding of New Minshan Black Pig and Integrated Promotion of Key Technologies project 22ZD6NA044
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Abstract

backgroudIndole and skatole are major odorous compounds generated in pig farms and their emissions affect the sustainable development of pig industry seriously. At present, microbial interventions represent an efficient and environmentally sustainable strategy for reducing odor emissions. Research on functional microorganisms specifically targeting indole and skatole emission reduction in pigs remains limited. To compare the concentrations of indole and skatole in Hezuo and DLY pigs, and analysis differences in microbial community characteristics between the two pig breeds, aimed to screen the potential functional gut microbiota in reducing indole and skatole production.

resultsIndole and skatole concentrations in the cecum, colon and rectum of Hezuo pigs were reduced compared with DLY pigs (p < 0.05 or p < 0.01). The relative abundances of Treponema_D, Lactobacillus, Coprococcus_A, Anaeroplasma, and Faecalibacillus were higher in Hezuo pigs (p < 0.05). The relative abundances of Escherichia, Streptococcus, Corynebacterium, and Enterococcus_B were higher in DLY pigs (p < 0.05). Correlation analysis indicated that Lactobacillus ultunensis, Lactobacillus amylovorus, Anaeroplasma, Faecalimonas, and Faecalibacillus were negatively associated with indole and skatole concentrations (p < 0.05 or p < 0.01), whereas Streptococcus hyointestinalis, Catenibacterium, Corynebacterium, and Enterococcus_B showed positive associations (p < 0.05 or p < 0.01).

conclusionSpecific gut microbiota, including Lactobacillus ultunensis, Lactobacillus amylovorus, Anaeroplasma, Faecalimonas and Faecalibacillus are associated with reduced indole and skatole level, indicating their potential as probiotics for mitigating odor emissions in pig production.

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BacteriaGastrointestinal MicrobiomeIndolesSkatoleAnimalsCecumColonFecesOdorantsRectumRNA, Ribosomal, 16SSwineindoleIndolesRNA, Ribosomal, 16SSkatoleDLY pigGut microbiotaHezuo pigIndoleSkatole

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PMID42151773
PMCPMC13366948

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