Darwinism at work, as sea anemones adapt
their venom to accommodate changing prey and sea conditions
Date: March
5, 2018
Source:
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Summary:
For a long time scientists believed that an
animal's venom was consistent over time. However, through a close study of sea
anemones, researchers found that animals change their venom several times over
the course of a lifetime, adapting the potency and makeup of their venom to
suit changing predators and aquatic environments.
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