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This isn't just focussed on tarantulas, but if you want a closer look into what makes up the venom of a species you have / want to keep, have at least a basic scientific interest, this is a site to go to: UniProtKB (Universal Protein Knowledgebase) - CLICKY
How this works
In the search field on the top of page, just enter the genus (!) name you're looking for. It will then list you a list of results including the species of the the genus you selected.
Example using Poecilotheria as search:
Under the column "entry" you can select the toxin sequence you'd like to look at and you will get a more detailed view of what its effect are. As seen in the picture above, some of it is already reviewed, others hasn't been yet. I suggest watching the help video linked on the top right of the page.
People like myself are just interested in these things in general, but some of you with a real scientific background may find this more than intriguing. Either way, I just thought I'd throw this out here for those who'd like to look at more in-depth on the composition of venom.
This isn't just restricted to tarantulas, but you can find all sorts of animals venom composition on there. You will for example true spider or snake venom composition on there, too. I have found the site informational although I am not a scientist. But if you spend some time reading up on these things, you may find it something worthwhile to learn. Those of you that don't like to look up stuff on their own - don't bother with this site. It won't do much but confuse you.
Cheers!
~Jan
How this works
In the search field on the top of page, just enter the genus (!) name you're looking for. It will then list you a list of results including the species of the the genus you selected.
Example using Poecilotheria as search:
Under the column "entry" you can select the toxin sequence you'd like to look at and you will get a more detailed view of what its effect are. As seen in the picture above, some of it is already reviewed, others hasn't been yet. I suggest watching the help video linked on the top right of the page.
People like myself are just interested in these things in general, but some of you with a real scientific background may find this more than intriguing. Either way, I just thought I'd throw this out here for those who'd like to look at more in-depth on the composition of venom.
This isn't just restricted to tarantulas, but you can find all sorts of animals venom composition on there. You will for example true spider or snake venom composition on there, too. I have found the site informational although I am not a scientist. But if you spend some time reading up on these things, you may find it something worthwhile to learn. Those of you that don't like to look up stuff on their own - don't bother with this site. It won't do much but confuse you.
Cheers!
~Jan