While many animals are venomous (they inject toxins through a bite or sting), poisonous animals contain toxins in their tissues, which are harmful when ingested or absorbed.
Here are some examples of poisonous mammals:
* The Solenodon:** These nocturnal, burrowing mammals from the Caribbean islands have venomous saliva that they use to subdue their prey.
* The Short-tailed shrew:** These small mammals are known for being poisonous, with a toxin in their saliva that can paralyze and kill prey.
* The Platypus:** This unique mammal is venomous, with a spur on its hind legs that delivers a painful toxin.
It's important to remember that mammals are not generally known for being poisonous. The vast majority of mammals are not toxic and pose no danger to humans.