Venom of Hemachatus haemachatus
Product Details
| Product ID | PTX-SNV-L1620 |
|---|---|
| Name | Hemachatus haemachatus |
| Common Name(s) | rinkhals, ring-necked spitting cobra, cytotoxin, cardiotoxin |
| Origin | Wild-caught (South Africa). |
| 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 | Not Evaluated |
|---|---|
| CITES | See CITES Appendices |
| Local | Check Local Regulations |
Product Technical Documents
Description & Applications
Product Description
Hemachatus haemachatus is not a true cobra (Naja) but produces a similar venom rich in cytotoxins (cardiotoxins) and neurotoxins. It is a spitting species causing severe eye irritation.
Research Applications
- Cytotoxicity: Mechanisms of membrane disruption by unique cytotoxins.
- Venom Evolution: Comparison with Naja spitting cobras.
Hemachatus haemachatus
Taxonomic Classification
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Unknown
Genus: Hemachatus
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