Allergy as a defense mechanism of cats

The University of Queensland conducted a study on the mooks. This species is in danger of extinction. Kukangi are venomous mammals that produce toxins that make wounds very difficult to heal. Scientists examining the composition of the toxin found that the DNA of the protein from the venom is very similar to the Fel d 1 protein – the one responsible for cat allergy in humans. This protein is found in cats’ saliva, cats transfer this protein to their fur during grooming, and then to the whole house and us.

If Kukangi produce their toxin to defend themselves and attack, why do cats produce a similar “toxin” – in this case an allergen? Scientists have begun to wonder if this protein is not produced by cats for defense purposes. Scientists have planned further research on this topic, leaving us guesswork for now.