Thanks to its abundant amphiphilic alpha-helices, it may integrate into membrane phospholipids, leading to lysis of the membrane. Its high hemolytic activity is inhibited by phospholipids, but not by cholesterol. Has antibacterial activity with a broad spectrum against various species of bacteria including both Gram-positive and Gram-negative groups. Has also high ichthyotoxic activity (By similarity). Exists as aggregates of 3-4 molecules. Expressed by the skin glands. Belongs to the grammistin family. Group 1 subfamily.