(Inside Science) -- New research shows alligator blood has properties that may help the aquatic reptiles survive venomous snake bites.
Alligators May Be Able to Survive Venomous Snake Bites
Alligator blood inhibits a key toxin in the venom of vipers such as rattlesnakes and copperheads.
Aug 14, 2020 1:00 AMAug 14, 2020 3:29 PM
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