August 07, 2025
Vampire bats produce an anticoagulant called draculin (named for the famous monster) that helps them feed on blood without it clotting. Scientists are studying possible human uses for draculin, such as turning it into an anticlotting agent to prevent or treat strokes.
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8 Animals That Suck (Blood)
Team Edward, Team Jacob, and Team Leeches? Probably not. While Hollywood vampires—especially those in the Twilight series—have a devoted fan base, real-life bloodsuckers aren’t so adored. Transmitters of diseases and often just downright creepy, they prove that drinking blood isn’t always sexy. So,
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