Venomous Strategies
Nick discusses the fascinating diversity of venom strategies among snakes, highlighting how both neurotoxins and haemotoxins effectively incapacitate prey. Erin introduces the concept of venom economy, questioning the overkill hypothesis and suggesting that the toxicity of venom often exceeds what is necessary for predation. Together, they explore the evolutionary implications of venom production and its varying roles across different snake families.In this clip
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