The complete genome of the golden lancehead reveals how genes responsible for venom toxins evolved (IMAGE)

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The complete genome of the golden lancehead reveals how genes responsible for venom toxins evolved

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Approximately 100,000 years ago, a portion of a continental population of around 140,000 individuals likely became isolated on a mountain that now comprises Queimada Grande Island 

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Daniel Antônio/Agência FAPESP

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