Okinawan Habu Venom (IMAGE)

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

Okinawan Habu Venom

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The Okinawan Habu can produce a large amount of venom. The venom is hemotoxic and destroys the blood cells and tissues of the prey.

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Prof. Hiroki Shibata

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