Animals that eat poisons and don’t die
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Some animals are able to consume poisons without dying, with some even becoming toxic themselves. The use of poisons, such as rat poison, is having unintended effects on other animals, potentially threatening carnivores and moving up through food chains. The issue has sparked concerns about the environmental impact of poisoning and the need for alternative solutions.
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