Question

In snakes, which gland is modified into poison gland?

• A. Lingual gland
• B. Sublingual gland
• C. Maxillary gland
• D. Parotid salivary gland

Answer 1

The correct option is D Parotid salivary gland

Salivary glands secretion helps in digestion of starch. In the snakes is modified into poison glands. Snake venom contains a toxin that helps to defend a threat. The venom produced is stored in a sac-like structure known as alveoli. The glands that secrete the toxins are a modification of the parotid salivary glands and are usually situated on each side of the head, below and behind the eye and encapsulated in a muscular sheath. The glands have large alveoli in which the synthesized venom is stored before being conveyed by a duct to the base of channeled or tubular fangs through which it is ejected.

So, the correct answer is option D.