Deadly Simplicity: How Island Rattlesnakes Are Rewriting Evolution

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Rattlesnake Sunset Art ConceptOn remote islands in the Gulf of California, scientists uncovered a surprising twist in rattlesnake evolution: simpler venom compositions emerged in more biodiverse environments, challenging the expectation that greater prey variety drives more complex venom. This unexpected finding hints at ecological specialization as a response to competition. Studying these island rattlesnakes offers critical insights into [...]
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