Probiotic Characteristics and Whole Genome Analysis of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum PM8 from Giant Panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) Milk.

Milk is a rich source of probiotics, particularly lactic acid bacteria (LAB), which have been shown to promote gut health, support the immune system, enhance digestion, and prevent pathogen colonization. This study aimed to isolate and identify LAB strains from giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) milk, evaluate their probiotic properties, and analyze the genomic characteristics of a promising strain. Thirteen LAB strains were isolated from 12 samples of giant panda milk.