The Evolution of Venom

From ancient Conodonts to modern-day rattlesnakes, venom has independently evolved in a diverse array of creatures including snakes, spiders, scorpions, and even mammals like the platypus. Discover how venom serves as both a weapon for predation and a defense mechanism, and learn the crucial differences between venomous and poisonous animals. Please consider becoming a show Patron to help keep new episodes coming! Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com , or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy. You can also check out the new YouTube channel ! Music in this Episode Saver by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com Trader Ho Hey by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com Mute Groove by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com Skepto by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com

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The Evolution of Venom is an episode from Evolution Talk by Rick Coste.

This episode is 12:10 long.

This episode was published on Jun 17, 2024.

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