Galactose specific lectin that exhibits hemagglutination activity (minimum hemagluttination concentration = 2.5 ug/well) in a calcium-independent fashion. Has remarkable pro-inflammatory activity, inducing neutrophil mobilization in mice. Plays a crucial role in the innate immune system and chronic manifestations, especially in neutrophil mobilization. Monomer. Expressed by the venom gland. Hemagglutination is completely inhibited by galactose. Is not inhibited by mannose, and the chelating agent EDTA. Not glycosylated. Belongs to the true venom lectin family.