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Fig. 2 | Microbiome

Fig. 2

From: Characterisation of the koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) pouch microbiota in a captive population reveals a dysbiotic compositional profile associated with neonatal mortality

Fig. 2

Swab collection from koala pouches. A Prior to sample collection, koalas are gently restrained by trained personnel using the fore and hindlimbs to prevent injury. B To collect samples, the pouch is propped open using hair on the anterior edge of the pouch, and the swab is carefully inserted into the pouch perpendicular to the unoccupied teat. Samples were collected from the area displayed in (C)

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