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  1. 08-30-2012, 04:23 PM #1
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    Evolution of Venom in Rattlesnakes

    Interesting take on more recent evolution of venom in rattlesnakes that are preyed upon by certain species of opossum.

    http://io9.com/5822527/snakes-evolve...-with-opossums

    Short read but still an interesting take on the subject.
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    Nice article. I wonder of cats have the same or similar protein against venom.
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    And honeybadgers/cobras, as well.
    Last edited by gsarchie; 09-01-2012 at 04:43 AM.
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    Honey badger don't....oh..um...nevermind:o

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    Re: Evolution of Venom in Rattlesnakes

    Quote Originally Posted by Coleslaw007 View Post
    Honey badger don't....oh..um...nevermind:o

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    Aaaaaaaaand... roger that. LOL Eeeew, what's that in his mouth? Haha
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