There is a latent period of two to five days before clinical effects are observed. The poisoned animal may be found dead with no history of illness as a result of haemorrhage in vital areas. Less acute cases exhibit depression, lethargy, pallor, anaemia, and weakness. Haemorrhaging is often noticed through a bloody nose. Strychnine It is the primary toxicant in malicious poisonings.
Strychnine is used as a pesticide.
Commercial formulated baits are often pelleted and dyed green or purple. The onset of strychnine effects occur within ten minutes to two hours after ingestion. Affected animals appear nervous and apprehensive, developing a tense abdomen and saw-horse stance. This progresses to violent, intermittent seizures. Death occurs in one to two hours after onset if not treated.