Thanks to its abundant amphiphilic alpha-helices, it may integrate into membrane phospholipids, leading to lysis of the membrane. Has hemolytic activity. Has antibacterial activity with a broad spectrum against various species of bacteria including both Gram-positive and Gram-negative groups. Has also ichthyotoxic activity. Exists as aggregates of 3-4 molecules. Expressed by the skin glands. LD(50) is 20-40 ug/ml against killifish. Belongs to the grammistin family. Group 3 subfamily.