Is it venom or poison? The mystery of the lethal rat
In short: During this Amaze Me instalment, Megan McCubbin and Chris Packham clarify how venom differs from poison, alongside presenting a unique mammal possessing unexpectedly toxic hair.
The video investigates the biological mechanics of some of the world's most dangerous animals. Beyond identifying a specific rat species possessing poisonous fur, the episode clarifies the fundamental difference between venomous and poisonous organisms in the animal kingdom.
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