Bioessays December 2018 PMID 30311675

Diet, Gut Microbes and Host Mate Choice: Understanding the significance of microbiome effects on host mate choice requires a case by case evaluation.

Philip T Leftwich, Matthew I Hutchings, Tracey Chapman

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The discussions demonstrate a nuanced understanding of the article, with comments emphasizing the need for detailed evaluation, as seen in phrases like 'requires a case-by-case assessment' and references to the complexity of microbiome effects. Words like 'significance' and 'evaluation' indicate a respectful and thoughtful engagement, highlighting the importance of careful scientific analysis.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the paper's premise that microbiome effects on mate choice are complex and require careful evaluation.

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Participants show moderate interest, engaging in the topic but not expressing strong enthusiasm or skepticism.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect a decent level of engagement, with some referencing the importance of case-by-case analysis and the complexity of microbial influence.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the publication prompts meaningful consideration of microbiome-host relationships, indicating a moderate impact on the field.

Abstract in brief

The article discusses whether gut microbes influence host mate choice and suggests that this relationship is complex, requiring case-by-case analysis, especially in the context of whether hosts and microbes should be seen as integrated units (holobionts) or as separate evolutionary entities.
Recent studies showing assortative mating based on diet may involve gut microbes, but the authors highlight logical issues with interpreting these findings as evidence of microbes directly causing reproductive isolation, emphasizing the need for careful evaluation.
The authors argue that while microbes can affect host mating preferences, their co-occurrence with hosts does not necessarily mean they form a meaningful, evolving holobiont; instead, hosts and microbes are better viewed as independent units in evolution.

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