Microbiomes of hadal fishes contain similar taxa, obligate symbionts, and known piezophiles across trench habitats
J. M. Blanton, L. M. Peoples, M. E. Gerringer, C. M. Iacuniello, N. D. Gallo, T. D. Linley, A. J. Jamieson, J. C. Drazen, D. H. Bartlett, E. E. Allen
This study characterizes the gut microbiomes of hadal snailfishes from two trenches, revealing shared taxa and piezophiles that may contribute to deep-sea adaptation.
bioRxiv · Jan 15, 2022 · PreprintMicrobiology