During this developmental time, the bacterial communities covering the animal's surface change radically, until a stable composition of the microbiome finally forms. (sciencedaily.com)
At the end of the maturing process, a typical composition of the microbiome prevails, particularly dominated by Gram - negative Curvibacter bacteria. (sciencedaily.com)
«Our study points to dietary fiber as a major factor driving the overall composition of the microbiome,» says Shapiro. (sciencedaily.com)