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Intraspecific variability in the composition of snake venom

Mirela Pavić Vulinović ; Veterinarski fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Josip Miljković ; Veterinarski fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, Zagreb, Hrvatska *
Ana Shek Vugrovečki orcid.org/0000-0002-8261-5310 ; Veterinarski fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Ivona Žura Žaja ; Veterinarski fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, Zagreb, Hrvatska

* Dopisni autor.

Sažetak

Research on the intraspecific variability of snake venom reveals a complex interaction between genetic, ontogenetic and environmental factors that together shape the chemical composition and functional characteristics of the venom. This variability, which influences various biological properties of the venom, has significant ecological and evolutionary implications, as it can affect the snake’s hunting strategies, defense against predators, and survival in different ecosystems. Given these complex interactions, differences in venom composition also play a crucial role in medical applications, particularly in the development of effective anti-venoms. Numerous studies have documented intraspecific differences in the chemical composition of snake venom, highlighting the need for comprehensive analyses that include a large number of samples
from different populations. Additionally, factors such as gender, age and geographical distribution must be considered in order to account for all relevant variables that may influence venom variability, thereby
achieving greater precision in understanding these variations, which is crucial for improving strategies in the treatment of snake bites.

Ključne riječi

intraspecific variability; snake venom; chemical composition

Hrčak ID:

329728

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/329728

Datum izdavanja:

1.4.2025.

Podaci na drugim jezicima: hrvatski

Posjeta: 499 *