Why Might Higher Tolerance for TTX Be More Advantageous for Garter

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Short Answer

Why might higher tolerance for TTX be more advantageous for garter snakes in some environments than in others?

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Definitions:

Spermatogonium

A type of male germ cell involved in the production of spermatozoa through the process of spermatogenesis.

Sperm

Male reproductive cells or gametes in sexually reproducing organisms, designed to fertilize female eggs.

Sexual Characteristics

Physical or behavioral traits of an organism that differentiate between males and females, often involved in reproductive processes.

Erections

A physiological response in which erectile tissues, primarily in the penis, become engorged with blood, leading to increased rigidity and size.