Has antimicrobial activity against the Gram-positive bacteria S.aureus (MIC=8 uM) and the yeast C.albicans (MIC=16 uM). Causes hemolysis on horse erythrocytes (64 uM for 100% hemolysis). Minimum bactericidal concentrations have also been tested against S.aureus and is four-fold higher (MBC=32 uM). Forms a helical membrane channel in the prey. Expressed by the venom gland. Does not show antimicrobial activity against the Gram-negative bacteria E.coli (MIC>250 uM). Does not show effect on four different human cancer cell lines. Belongs to the non-disulfide-bridged peptide (NDBP) superfamily. Short antimicrobial peptide (group 4) family.