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The introduction of venom into a living organism by certain animals through their mouthparts (bites) or other specialized injecting structures (stings). Venoms are frequently employed as a deterrent against predators and can also serve to incapacitate or fatally harm prey. Instances of venomous animals attacking humans are infrequent unless provoked or disrupted. There are specialized antivenom treatments accessible for numerous, though not all, varieties of animal venom.