Has antibacterial activity against Gram-positive bacteria S.aureus, M.luteus, B.subtilis, and Gram-negative bacteria E.coli, and P.aeruginosa. Forms a helical membrane channel in the prey. Expressed by the venom gland. Belongs to the non-disulfide-bridged peptide (NDBP) superfamily. Short antimicrobial peptide (group 4) family. Truncated C-terminus.