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Reptiles Magazine While January 25, 2021 Burmese pythons have evolved to be resistant to Cobra venom. Photo by rina oxilixo Danilova/Shutterstock A new study coming out the University of Queensland in Australia has found that certain snake species that are preyed upon by venomous cobras have become neurotoxin resistant, helping them to avoid (at least those that are larger) being eaten by the venomous snake. The researchers noted that the Burmese python ( Python bivittatus), for example, is ex...

Certain snakes have evolved a unique genetic trick to avoid being eaten by venomous snakes, according to University of Queensland research.

 E-Mail Credit: Bonnerscar Certain snakes have evolved a unique genetic trick to avoid being eaten by venomous snakes, according to University of Queensland research. Associate Professor Bryan Fry from UQs Toxin Evolution Lab said the technique worked in a manner similar to the way two sides of a magnet repel each other. "The target of snake venom neurotoxins is a strongly negatively charged nerve receptor," Dr Fry said. "This has caused neurotoxins to evolve with positively charged surfaces, ...

Satellite tracking supports whale survival Extensive satellite tracking has revealed important new knowledge about the little known pygmy blue whale population of Southern Australia. Marine biologists have extensively tracked the movements of foraging and migrating blue whales (Balaenoptera musculus brevicauda) along the Australian continental shelf on a journey towards breeding grounds in Indonesia as part of conservation efforts for the endangered species. A team of researchers led by Flinde...

Navigate360 Adds Social and Emotional eLearning Curriculum to Growing School Safety Suite Leading safety technology, education and services provider expands its online learning platform to help K-12 schools build a comprehensive culture of safety. News provided by Share this article Share this article RICHFIELD, Ohio, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Navigate360 is adding a comprehensive social-emotional eLearning curriculum to its already robust online education and training platform for K-12 st...