Venom of Crotalus durissus terrificus
Product Details
| Product ID | PTX-SNV-L1505 |
|---|---|
| Name | Crotalus durissus terrificus |
| Common Name(s) | south american rattlesnake, crotoxin, crotamine, neurotoxin |
| Origin | Wild-caught (Brazil). |
| Purity | Whole Venom |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Packaging | In vacuum sealed glass vials, in secured parcel. |
Packaging and Prices
| Packaging | Price ($) | Quantity | Buy Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mg | 250.00 |
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Species Protection Status
| IUCN Status | Least Concern |
|---|---|
| CITES | See CITES Appendices |
| Local | Check Local Regulations |
Product Technical Documents
Description & Applications
Product Description
Crotalus durissus terrificus venom is unique among rattlesnakes for its potent neurotoxicity, primarily due to Crotoxin (a PLA2 complex) and Crotamine. It causes paralysis and myotoxicity with less local tissue damage than North American species.
Research Applications
- Neurotoxicity: Mechanism of pre-synaptic blockade by Crotoxin.
- Analgesia: Investigation of Crotamine’s analgesic properties.
Crotalus durissus terrificus
Taxonomic Classification
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Unknown
Genus: Crotalus
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