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Scientists discovered stinging trees in Australia that secrets scorpion-like venom – Tech Explorist

Scientists have discovered Australian stinging tree called Gympie-Gympie that wields painful toxins surprisingly similar to the toxins found in spiders and cone snails.

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Australia is infamous for its dangerous animals. Though sharks, spiders, and snakes get the majority of bad press, it is an awesome array of predators and venomous critters that have earned Australia its fearsome reputation.
Not only animals, but some trees in Australia are also dangerous.
Yes, scientists from the University of Queensland have discovered ‘scorpion-like’ toxins secreted by a tree. The tree, which has broad oval- or heart-shaped leaves, is primarily found in rainforest areas of …

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