Snakes That Can Inject Venom Even After Death
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Certain snakes can inject venom after death due to the continued activity of their venom glands.
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A recent study revealed that Indian monocled cobras and black kraits can still inject venom even after death.
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This phenomenon can occur for several hours after death, with recorded incidents involving a decapitated cobra's head and a crushed krait.
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The venom glands and associated muscles can continue to function for some time after the snake's death.
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Even a severed head or a crushed snake can deliver a bite and inject venom, the study revealed.
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The study was published in the journal Frontiers in Tropical Disease.
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It suggests that the cold-blooded nature and slow metabolism allow their brains to remain active for several hours after death.
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Spitting cobras and rattlesnakes were previously known to retain this ability.
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