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How Did Herbivores Get Protein? The Symbiotic Gut Answered

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Over 50% of the world's mammals are herbivores, yet plants are generally considered poor sources of protein. So, how did herbivores get protein to build their massive muscles and robust bodies? The answer lies not just in the plants they eat, but in the complex, symbiotic relationships with microbes that have evolved within their digestive systems.