dont worry I dont have a venomous permit, or own any venomous snakes, Im gathering info for a few years first. (before any1 gets on my case about being inexperienced) I read the post about venom yeild, what do these numbers mean? Could someone give me some examples, like what does a common rattler hold? What kills a person, what only causes swelling? Are all rearfangers less venomous? I saw stress mentioned earlier, so is a well kept captive more deadly than a wild venomous of the same kind? thank you for your time, I really enjoy learning about snakes and especially from so many experienced people. =) I believe these forums are better than books because it offers many experiences and views, as opposed to just the authors'.
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can someone explain all these numbers?
atherisquamigera
Jul 08, 2006 01:34 AM
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phobos
Jul 08, 2006 07:03 AM
Hi:
You need to do some reading to help clear up some of your questions about this complex issue. I would start with Dr. Brian Fry's discussion on LD50's. Then maybe a good dose of the Dr. Wolfgang Wusters papers will clear up some lingering issues. Just go through his extensive publication list which he makes available online. There are a number of papers on venom in there you just have to look. These guys have done the research and will give you the most comprehensive answer you can get.
Wolfgang's publications: http://sbsweb.bangor.ac.uk/%7Ebss166/Publications.htm
Cheers!
Al
Doc Fry's LD50 Discussion and charts.
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