@sepiata

Komodo dragons are the largest living lizards on Earth, and their bite is far more dangerous than it looks. For years, scientists believed bacteria killed their prey, but research later revealed the real weapon: venom. Komodo dragons have venom glands in their lower jaw that release toxins causing severe bleeding, a rapid drop in blood pressure, and shock. Even if the prey escapes the initial attack, the venom prevents blood from clotting, weakening it until collapse. It’s a slow, efficient hunting strategy that turns a single bite into a guaranteed outcome. A silent predator, powered by biology rather than brute force.

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