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Not all rattlesnakes are alike: Research suggests personality influences how rattlesnakes use their venom

Source: Phys.org · Published 21 Oct 2026, 21:40

Imagine encountering a rattlesnake in your backyard or while on a hike. It will most likely "freeze" to avoid attracting attention, but if it feels especially threatened, it may rattle and even strike, delivering a painful dose of venom.

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