Venomous fish have evolved many ways to inflict pain
There may be compounds in fish venoms that have medicinal uses
SEA OF HURT A venomous reef stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa) is camouflaged as a rock in the Indian Ocean. Stings from the spines of this species are very painful.
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Biologist Leo Smith held an unusual job while an undergraduate student in San Diego. Twice a year, he tagged along on a chartered boat with elderly passengers.