Post by Omni_Kno'est (@nkang_richard_etima_omni)

Many people use the words "poisonous" and "venomous" interchangeably, but in science they mean very different things.

A poisonous organism delivers toxins when it is eaten, touched, or otherwise absorbed into the body. In contrast, a venomous organism actively injects its toxins through a bite, sting, or other specialized mechanism.

For example, poison dart frogs are poisonous because their toxins can affect predators that touch or consume them. Cobras, rattlesnakes, and many scorpions are venomous because they inject venom directly into their victims.

Understanding the difference helps us better appreciate the fascinating ways animals have evolved to defend themselves and survive in the wild.

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