Articles | Volume 69, issue 4
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-69-619-2026
https://doi.org/10.5194/aab-69-619-2026
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05 Nov 2026
Original study |  | 05 Nov 2026

Genital microbial profile of repeat breeding in a Kangal sheep flock: a survey of ewes and rams under natural mating

Abdurrahman Takcı, Mahmut Niyazi Moğulkoç, Mehmet Buğra Kıvrak, Recep Kalın, Mehmet Akif Demirel, and Gamze Sönmez Ünal
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Repeat breeding reduces fertility and causes economic losses in sheep farming. This study examined the genital microorganisms of Kangal sheep with repeat breeding under natural mating conditions. Some bacteria were detected more frequently in affected animals, suggesting that genital microorganisms may contribute to reproductive problems. These findings may help to improve reproductive health management and flock productivity.
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