Eivind Undheim Libri

Exploring the fascinating world of venom, this book delves into how various species, including jellyfish, snakes, and wasps, utilize their toxins for survival strategies such as predation and defense. It traces the evolutionary journey of venom from early marine creatures to its diverse manifestations across the animal kingdom. Additionally, the narrative highlights the complex interactions between venomous species and humans, showcasing how scientists are leveraging these deadly substances for medical advancements, including drug development and anti-venoms.

Venom explores the biology and evolution of nature's ultimate weapon, its astonishing adaptive value, and the incredible arrayof species which rely on it for predation, defence, competition and more - from snakes and scorpions to Gila monsters and platypuses.