Snake venoms are complex mixtures of proteins, peptides, enzymes, and other bioactive molecules that are produced by venomous snakes for defense, prey capture, and digestion. These venoms contain a wide variety of toxins that can cause a range of harmful effects in humans and other animals, including tissue necrosis, paralysis, and coagulopathy. Research in the area of snake venoms focuses on understanding the composition, function, and evolutionary history of these toxins, as well as developing new treatments for snakebite envenomation. Scientists study snake venoms to identify novel bioactive compounds with potential therapeutic applications, such as painkillers, anti-coagulants, and anti-cancer agents. Additionally, research in this field seeks to improve our understanding of snakebite epidemiology, prevention strategies, and the development of more effective antivenoms.