The most poisonous and dangerous insects in Australia. The most dangerous animals in Australia What are the dangerous animals in Australia
"Small, but remote" - all the inhabitants of South Australia say about them. Octopuses of this species are relatively small, but have a rather aggressive character, and are recognized as one of the most poisonous animals in the world. The poison of one of these will be enough to take the life of 26 healthy men (the poison is 10 thousand times stronger than potassium cyanide). Signs of the difference between octopuses:
- blue and black rings on yellow leather.
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# 9 - Tiger snake
Lives also in the south of Australia - in forests, meadows, pastures, desert. Length - up to 2 meters, has a gray, olive or reddish color. Usually this snake is peaceful. But if it bites, then:
- animals die immediately;
- humans suffer from pain, nausea, sweating, numbness, airway swelling, paralysis. And then death.
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# 8 - Black Widow
These spiders are found all over the world, they have 13 species. And they are all dangerous. Although, the most terrible for humans still live in Australia. You can recognize them by a red spot on the back of the body. The bite site is not immediately visible. Then two red dots appear, followed by (after 30-60 minutes):
- muscle cramps extending to the limbs and trunk;
- severe muscle tension of the anterior abdominal wall and excruciating pain;
- vomit;
- arterial hypertension;
- tachycardia;
- fasciculations;
- paresthesia;
- hyperreflexia;
- urinary incontinence.
After 12 hours, symptoms and pain begin to subside. But history can repeat itself. The best way to deal with it is to administer an antidote after being bitten within an hour. Otherwise, the mental state of the victim may permanently deteriorate.
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# 7 - Atrax robustus
The length of these spiders is from 1 to 5 cm, the body color varies from blue-black to black or brown. The insect arranges its trapping nets in the shape of a funnel in damp, cool places, as well as in houses. It feeds exclusively on large insects and other spiders.
An interesting fact: its venom does not take ordinary mammals (for example, cats and dogs). But for primates and homo sapiens, it can be fatal. This is because there is no antidote in the body of the latter. Therefore, in 1981, scientists learned how to obtain a special serum from the blood of animals so that people would not be afraid of the bites of Atrax robustus.
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No. 6 - combed crocodile
These crocodiles are recognized as the largest land (or coastal) carnivores. In length they can reach 7 meters, weight - up to 2 thousand kilograms. The bite force of a specimen weighing 1308 kilograms is 2-3 times higher than the capabilities of the largest white sharks. Now let's talk about attacks on people.
For a year in Australia, about 40 people die from the teeth of combed crocodiles. And this is not counting the ordinary attacks, which usually occur in the coastal zone, or at shallow depths. And on February 19, 1945, 1,000 Japanese soldiers died on Ramri Island during the Burmese campaign of World War II. Historians say death did not come to them at the hands of the allies.
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# 5 - Desert Taipan
These snakes inhabit the dry plains and deserts of Australia. They hide in cracks and breaks in the soil, which makes them extremely difficult to detect. An adult can reach a length of 2.5 meters, has a dark brown back color (can vary to straw). This type of taipan is recognized as the most poisonous of land snakes. On average, the poison of one copy (44 mg) is enough to kill 100 people, or 250 thousand mice. The poison is about 180 times stronger than that of a cobra. Therefore, bypass the tenth road of the hero of the following picture:
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Let's start with the fact that I'm terribly afraid of insects, especially large ones, which is understandable) And in Australia there is almost nothing small, even ants the size of a match) And of course, all the most poisonous is found here) Such imprint that they were all collected and just like the prisoners decided to be sent to Australia a couple of hundred years ago.
Before moving to the driest continent, I googled and got acquainted in advance with all the spiders, cockroaches, centipedes and cicadas) it seemed to me that I already know more about these creatures than they do about themselves)))
But when we arrived, and I began to ask the Russians, who had lived here for about 3-5 years, how often they saw fannel web, redbacks, and so on, they shrugged their shoulders and generally heard for the first time about such inhabitants of Australia) But not all of course turned out to be so lucky ..)
In order about who I saw and what others saw, as well as what takes place) To begin with, I often process balconies and some places in an apartment, as well as every residential building, playgrounds are processed by pest control.
1. Cockroaches
Australia is home to the world's largest rhino cockroaches) sounds optimistic) I don't seem to have met such big ones ..
I saw cockroaches (live and large, of course we are not talking about Moscow ones) several times .. Of them at home 2 times .. The first time, I didn’t have time to see it too much, but it was so big and terrible that all I had time to do was until the voice disappeared from fear, this is to call my husband and run to another room))))) Once again, once a cockroach climbed into the vaska pot (at least someone decided to use it), our pot is not easy, with music. Hearing that the music in the pot was playing idle, I opened it and immediately neutralized the music lover. 
In general, cockroaches fly here, it's a common thing, in principle, why not fly .. but I haven't seen flying ones .. maybe those who sometimes lie dead in the morning on the balcony or near the elevator sniffing the Morteyn spray and flew, but I didn't left no chance! In general, about cockroaches, I rarely meet them, or rather rarely, especially in a live state) Most often they are on the street, in the evening ... so I can't stand garbage in the evening)))
2 spiders
This is the most painful topic .. I think I have arachnophobia at all) In Australia, since 1970, no one has died from a spider bite .. there are antidotes and all that, but it does not bother me they are afraid to tremble in the knees.
Huntsman. To begin with, I saw the spider 1 time. He was 6 times more than Moscow time and is called Huntsman among the people. I was lucky - it was not the largest spider of this species .. since they are usually the size of a palm or a little more .. 
In the picture he is some kind of very terrible ... on our wall was sitting black, a little overgrown with hair with long legs. I can't say that my husband killed him by slapping him with his hand (he tells me that all spiders are absolutely safe and they have no purpose to bite me, and that he is not at all afraid of them), but again Morteyn spray came to the rescue )
The worst thing about this type of spider is that they like to get into the car ... When I started driving here, the first time I looked around the salon, then I stopped, and it even seemed to me that in all these Australian programs they exaggerate that he can crawl into the car ... until such a friend came to our friend's car .. He crawled out at the most inopportune moment, when she was driving .. but everyone is alive and well, and her husband neutralized the spider .. But if this happened to me .. let's not talk about the bad) In general, Australians treat these spiders calmly, because they eat poisonous spiders .. and do not kill them therefore .. but it can bite and is poisonous, but its poison is not dangerous ) some more photos of this spider) 
Redback. I haven’t met him and don’t want to. But judging by the photos in my Instagram feed, my friends often see him. It is difficult to confuse it with any other spider, since it has a specific color, which is clear from the name - it has a red stripe on its back .. My friends saw it both on the street and on their backyard, and some even at home ... It is poisonous, it can bite and then you go straight to the hospital .. its poison is very toxic and dangerous .. In extreme cases, paralysis can even occur, but no one dies, which is good news) In any case, in 1.5 years I I have never seen him, so the devil is not so terrible. But I think that forewarned is forearmed. 
Funnel web It is a pity that spiders cannot speak, otherwise this representative of spiders could tell us a lot about the era of dinosaurs, since it has existed since those distant times .. This is the only aggressive spider in the world and before the invention of the antidote, its bite was often fatal. and what can I say, if a spider can stand on its hind legs and pierce human flesh with its two fangs, it doesn't matter what kind of poison it has there .. after meeting with him, films with Freddy Krueger would have seemed like a comedy to me)
The worst thing is that it is found only in the suburbs of Sydney. Mostly in the Blue Mountains, but in Sydney, some of my friends met him .. By its name you can understand that they often live in burrows, and the web looks like a funnel .. The poison of the male is toxic to the female several times .. Although it is a little useless information, because it is unlikely that, having met him on your way, you will determine whether it is a male or a female - Mortein him and run away))))) In Australia, all the most terrible attractions or water slides bear his name) Below is a photo of a spider in action .. 
There is still a spider white-tail..about which I just read, and did not hear anything from anyone) Therefore, I will not pay attention to him, although on some website before moving here I read that in severe cases, after his bite, amputation is done - so - DON'T READ THIS SITES!
3. Cicadas
How they crackle .. it's just awful .. I didn’t bother with my friends when I arrived in Moscow from Sydney. We rested last year in one water park and there were just an unrealistic number of them. In addition to the fact that they are large, scary and the wingspan reaches 20 cm, I can’t say anything else) Almost like flies, only they are spelled differently))))) 
4. Scolopendra.
Before the appearance in the Instagram feed of a photograph of this creature in the house of one of my acquaintances, she knew nothing about their existence ..
I decided to read about them and you know what? The largest giant centipede lives in Australia. So do not read anything on the Internet, otherwise you can decide to move to the North Pole) Yes, they are unpleasant, they seem to be even a little or maybe a lot dangerous, but if in 1.5 years I have never met her, maybe not all so scary) And the purpose of her life is not at all meeting a person) 
And finally .. I hope that this post will not stop anyone from visiting Australia .. I will repeat, I saw a spider once .. and cockroaches, they are in Moscow too, just a little big here) But forewarned means armed)
P.s. these pictures are taken from the Internet, to heighten intimidation, you can drive hashtags into the instagram
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The most creepy and dangerous animals in Australia
Everyone knows Australia not only as a green continent and the birthplace of kangaroos. It is also a well-known fact that it is in Australia that a huge amount of all abominations in the form of spiders, snakes, jellyfish and crocodiles live. Not only do all these representatives of the fauna do not look the best, they are also very dangerous for humans - most of these animals are poisonous. Have your eyes and nerves ready? Then here are a dozen for you, which included the most dangerous animals in Australia. Let's start our risky tour of the green continent!
10. Sydney leukopauta spider
Few people get aesthetic pleasure from the look of spiders. Moreover, there is a whole phobia dedicated to the human fear of these creatures. And if the small spiders, which we can occasionally observe in our homes, in fact, do not pose any danger, then the Sydney leukopautin spider should be seriously feared. In addition to the frankly disgusting appearance, this living creature has a supply of poison hidden in special stings. The bite of a Sydney spider can lead to numbness of the limb, shortness of breath and, if you do not seek help in time, even death. The problem is that spiders can easily enter houses and hide in clothes or things lying on the floor.
9. Medusa Irukandji
Another creature that hardly any of you would want to deal with. Irukandji jellyfish are distinguished not only by the presence of the strongest poison "on board", but also by their cunning when using it. The fact is that when in contact with a person, a jellyfish throws out a poisonous substance only with the tip of a tentacle - such a bite may seem insignificant to a bather. In fact, the injected poisonous liquid is quite enough for numbness of body parts, pulmonary edema, muscle pain and tachycardia. The list of the consequences of contact with Irukandji can be continued for a long time - death, by the way, is also included in it. These jellyfish are really very dangerous, so you should be as vigilant as possible in Australian waters.
8. Australian widow
Some more abominations from the green continent. Do you know where the name "widow", applied to spiders, comes from? It turns out that during sexual intercourse, the female simply eats her fertilizer. Beeeee, what a nightmare ... Well then. The Australian Widow is considered the most dangerous spider in its homeland. Despite their extremely small size (females are 10 mm, males - 4 mm), these creatures are literally stuffed with neurotoxic venom. Again, due to its size, it is difficult for a person to notice a spider, as a result of which it is easy to be bitten. The poisonous substance instantly causes severe pain. There is an antidote for the Australian widow, but the pain takes a very long time.
7. Taipan McCoy
This snake is rightfully recognized as one of those that live on land. Each individual Taipan McCoy contains about 40 mg of the lethal liquid - enough to poison a hundred people! The uniqueness of these snakes is that they change color depending on the season. That is, the lower the air temperature becomes, the darker the skin tone of the creature. Taipan is quite difficult to find: snakes not only merge with the environment, but also hide in all kinds of crevices. Despite the formidable weapon of the taipan, not a single case of an attack on a person initiated by a snake has been documented - only careless handling.
6. Eastern brown snake
With the next representative of not the most pleasant Australian living creatures, a tendency can be traced - the stronger the weapon, the less often the owner wants to use it. The poison of the eastern brown snake is not too toxic to the poison of Taipan McCoy, but the creature is quite "generous" at its disposal. Firstly, this type of snake does not tend to attack (the bite is inflicted only when threatened). Secondly, the eastern brown snake does not want to kill an opponent at any cost - on the contrary, stinging bites are very rare. However, snakes still have to defend themselves. Since they live near farms or other places where domestic animals accumulate, contact with humans is inevitable.
5. Fish wart
So, with the Australian land, everything is clear, but what about coastal waters? Alas, here, too, you need to be extremely careful, since the wart lives very close to the ground - the owner. The poisonous substance is stored in the dorsal spines, which the fish fluffs up at the slightest discomfort. An untreated wound from the penetration of a thorn can cause death of a person (the poison is so toxic that it will take only a couple of hours). Warts masterfully camouflage themselves, burying themselves in the sand or hiding between stones - it is almost impossible to notice the fish in advance. In addition, these creatures can be on land, and in good health (a wart can live out of water for up to 20 hours).
4. Cassowary
Another animal of the green continent that does not want a person to appear in its life. We are talking about cassowaries - huge flightless birds. For clarity, we will simply indicate the size and weight of an average cassowary: about 160 cm in height and about 60 kg (the parameters are very similar to human ones). On this, perhaps, the paths of large birds and people diverge. Cassowaries lead a very secretive way of life - they live in the depths of forests and feel the approach of a person for a long time. As a rule, the bird prefers to hide and does not show aggression towards people. However, if you provoke a cassowary, then you can snatch it out well - the animal beats from two legs at once. The point here is not only in the force of the blow, but also in the huge claws that pierce the skin with amazing ease. A cassowary attack can be fatal to humans.
3. Dubois sea snake
Well, let's say you saved yourself from the wart and decided to go on a scuba diving trip. You will be surprised, but again you have to be on the alert. Off the coast of Australia there are sea ... snakes. Damn it, what this place is! Nevertheless, the fact remains - the Dubois snake does not just exist under water, it also carries a highly toxic poison. However, you shouldn't panic too much. Despite the fact that Dubois is recognized as the most dangerous sea snake, she herself does not attack humans. On its own initiative, the snake can approach the scuba diver for the sake of curiosity (at this moment you just need to remain calm), but not for the sake of a targeted bite. Dubois releases stinging stingers only as a defense.
2. Blue-ringed octopus
Unlike most of our heroes today, blue-ringed octopuses look attractive. Their yellow skin is adorned with vibrant black and blue rings. In addition, the small size of the marine life (about 20-25 cm) is also attractive. However, the blue-ringed octopus is not in our rankings to be touched by. "On board" this handsome man has a supply of a nerve agent, which, in terms of toxicity, can kill a couple of dozen people. The poison contains a bunch of elements, the most active of which is tetrodotoxin. The most amazing thing is that there is no antidote to this day, so it is extremely important that medical assistance to the bitten one is provided as quickly as possible.
1. A combed crocodile
Well, for dessert, your attention is a real monster - a combed crocodile. Although who else will be a dessert for whom, just look at the numbers. Saltwater crocodiles reach 7 meters in length and 2 tons in weight, deservedly claiming the laurels of the largest predator located in the coastal zone of Australia. These monsters are not at all afraid of man. Moreover, crocodiles are not at all averse to considering a tourist as a real dinner, and, unfortunately, sometimes they realize their plan. The best way to avoid being trapped in the mouth of a combed crocodile is to avoid its habitat. That is, if you saw a sign prohibiting swimming due to the fact that there are toothy predators here, believe me - you definitely should not risk it.
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It is fairly widely accepted that once you step off the plane in Australia, a wide variety of deadly animals await you below your feet. Inland, you can find some of the most poisonous creatures that are not found in other countries, at the same time, some of the largest predators on the planet hunt in the coastal waters of the ocean. In fact, it is amazing that people have adapted to live among such dangerous animals on this huge island of death ...
But statistics are stubborn things and they just show us a slightly different side. In fact, these statistics can seem pretty boring. You might often hear things like "more people die when they fall out of bed," and so on.
But what about giant crocodiles and psychopathic spiders? The common honey bee appears to be responsible for more deaths than all of these animals combined.
However, you will be glad to know that we will not let facts spoil our article. As such, here we list some of the most venomous, aggressive, fearsome and bizarre creatures that can kill you anywhere in Australia.
10. Conus textile
Photo. Textile cone
These deadly snails have a neurotoxin so potent that they can easily kill humans. Moreover, they have an effective delivery mechanism for this poison - a tiny harpoon. These modified teeth consist of a hollow barb that can be launched in any direction and then returned back to the cochlea. Large snails have a harpoon large and strong enough to not only pierce human skin, but also gloves and a wetsuit.
The venom of the textile cone is known as conotoxin and contains various neurotoxic substances. It can be very specific to a certain type of nerve and is therefore of medical interest. In addition, the venom of the textile cone also has pain relieving properties, so you can quickly die from respiratory paralysis! However, the most severe bites begin with intense local pain. It can take several days for life-threatening symptoms to appear.
Over the years, the textile cone was responsible for a small number of deaths worldwide. One story says that someone picked up this clam and held it to their ear to listen to the sea. He died within minutes. Whether this is a true story or not is not known for certain. One type of cone is called a "cigarette snail" because after it stings you, you only have time to smoke one cigarette ...
9. Helmet-bearing cassowary (Casuarius casuarius)
Photo. Helmet cassowary
Australia is home to a bird that can kill you! The second largest bird after the ostrich, the cassowary is a human-sized bird. Just like ostriches, they are flightless birds and rely on extremely strong legs. While these birds look a lot like a giant turkey, their gaze may be enough to make most people stop messing with this mega bird.
The main weapon of the cassowary is the 5-inch (12 cm) dagger-like middle toe. The eminent ornithologist Gilliard described the bird as follows:
"Outwardly, the second of the three toes is equipped with a long, straight, killer nail that can rip an arm or rip open a belly with ease."
Video. On the attacks of the cassowary on humans
So, armed with this deadly paw, capable of running at speeds in excess of 40 km / h (30 mph) and deserving a poor track record, it will no longer seem like a harmless feather chicken to you, you really shouldn't mess with it. There is a known case with two brothers, which happened in 1926, teenagers attacked a bird with sticks, one escaped, and the other fell to the ground. When the guy was lying on the ground, he received a blow to the neck and as a result, the jugular vein was torn. You can also learn more about it on our website.
8. Wart (Synanceia)
Photo. Wart
Australia is home to several members of the highly venomous Scorpaenidae family. The most famous of these is the radiant lionfish with elongated fins and stripes on its body. However, uglier representatives are found there, like stone fish, which are the most poisonous and dangerous.
This is evidenced by the name itself, which resembles a piece of rock. Because of their good camouflage, they are quite difficult to spot, even in aquariums. Armed with sharp, needle-like dorsal spines, they often go unnoticed until someone inadvertently steps on them. If this happens, most likely, the unfortunate victim will receive a dose of a potent neurotoxin, and with it a whole world of pain. It was reported that the bite of this fish was so unbearable and excruciating that the victims demanded to amputate the pricked leg.
Here is how one of the victims described the bite of this fish:
“In Australia, I got a finger prick from a stone fish ... not to mention bee venom. ... Imagine that every joint, wrist, elbow and shoulder were hit by a sledgehammer for about an hour. Then after about an hour, you were allegedly kicked on both kidneys for about 45 minutes, so that you could not stand or straighten out. I was in my 20s, I was very physically fit and since then I have had a tiny dent. For several days, pain in my finger remained, but also for several years after that, kidney pains periodically appeared. "
Not only is the stonefish prick incredibly painful, it is also potentially fatal. While those who were pricked in the leg may walk away with a new feeling of pain, burning in their chest or abdomen, this can easily be fatal. The good news is there is an antidote. In fact, it is the second most frequently used in Australia.
7. Sydney funnel spider (Atrax robustus)
Photo. Sydney funnel spider
Australia is well known for its creepy crawling critters and in particular for its spiders. All insects here are larger, faster and more unpleasant than in other places on our planet. Topping this list is the Sydney funnel spider. Although the funnel spider is actually guilty of fewer bites than the notorious red back spider, the funnel spider takes on a potent venom that can be far more troublesome for a bitten person. But it's also worth considering that the Sydney funnel spider has earned a reputation as one of the most aggressive spiders in the world, which really sets it apart from the rest.
Funnel spider venom is a powerful neurotoxin reported to be twice as strong as cyanide. Oddly enough, the poison is more or less harmless to rats, rabbits and cats, as well as to some other animals. However, in humans, it is capable of attacking the nervous system, affecting any organ of the human body. It prevents the passage of nerve impulses, which leads to seizures. Although most of the bites end in little harm to humans, the most dramatic cases end in death in as little as 15 minutes.
Along with its venom, it has tremendous enormous fangs. Strong, sharp and even some snakes never dreamed of such fangs. They are said to be capable of piercing nails and even leather shoes. Combined with aggressive behavior, funnel spiders tend to cling to and stick to humans, thus achieving multiple bites that should be avoided.
If you are visiting Sydney, you will be glad to know that there is an antidote and no one has died from a bite since it was received in 1981.
6. Falling bear, nightmares (Thylarctos plummetus)
Photo. Falling bear, nightmares
It can be assumed that you already know that these little plush koalas are actually quite vicious when disturbed. Okay, imagine a huge predatory koala lurking among the treetops and about to pounce on an unsuspecting prey. This is exactly what a falling bear is!
About the same size as a large dog, the falling bear lives in remote wooded areas of the Great Dividing Range in southeastern Australia. As a rule, he avoids human habitation and rarely has anyone been able to see him.
Before attacking his prey, he can wait for her in ambush high in the trees. When he sees potential prey, he will fall down, stunning it, he will end his attack with a bite in the neck. Large mammals are believed to be its prey. Although they do not directly attack people, there have been reports of attacks that injured a person but ended without a fatal outcome.
Research shows that a falling bear is less likely to attack Australians and tourists, and this is believed to be related to the Vegemite (Australian national dish). In one study by the University of Tasmania, scientists went so far as to suggest smearing Vegemite in the armpits and behind the ears to reduce the likelihood of an attack.
More information on the falling bear can be found on the Australian museum and Australian geographic websites.
5. Blue-ringed octopus (Hapalochlaena)
Photo. Blue-ringed octopus
While these little octopuses are instantly recognizable by their iridescent blue rings, they spend most of their time camouflaged in coral reefs or hiding in crevices. It is only when blue-ringed octopuses are disturbed that they show their true colors. Then his skin becomes bright yellow, and the blue rings are even brighter, it may seem that they are pulsating. Such a beautiful display can also be a warning, as this animal is one of the most dangerous animals in the ocean. Unlike many other dangerous creatures in Australia, blue-ringed octopuses are most common in the south, where contact with people is more likely.
What makes the venom of this octopus so dangerous? Known as tetrodotoxin, it is an incredibly powerful neurotoxin, and it can also be found in the venom of poison dart frogs and blowfish. It is about 1200 times stronger than cyanide, and only the slightest injection of a blue-ringed octopus can be fatal. In fact, many victims claim that they did not even feel the bite itself.
The average sample of this clam, weighing about 30 grams, reportedly contains enough poison to kill more than 10 adults.
Video. Why is the blue-ringed octopus dangerous?
At the moment, there is no effective antidote for blue-ringed octopuses, the neurotoxins of the poison paralyze the victim. The danger is that lung paralysis causes the victim to suffocate. In serious cases, prompt treatment is essential, the victim is put on life support until the poison stops and breathing is restored.
4. Box jellyfish
Photo. Sea wasp
In fact, there are many types of box jellyfish, named for their cubic body shape. Some of these species have particularly dangerous bites, but the large sea wasp (Chironex fleckeri) has the most powerful bite. Found along the entire northern coast of Australia, the sea wasp is a bane for beach lovers during the summer 'bite season' which runs from October to May.
The poison of the sea wasp is the second most potent of all animals (the geographic cone is on the first) and one bite can sometimes be fatal. Presumably, each animal contains enough venom to kill 60 adults. In extreme cases, death occurs from cardiac arrest less than five minutes after the person is stung. The bite itself causes excruciating pain along with a burning sensation that resembles the touch of a hot iron. Contrary to popular belief, urinating on a bite won't have any noticeable effect! In many cases, the tentacles remain attached to the victim and can continue to sting even after they have left the sea, often resulting in scarring.
Video. Cubomedusa - Sea Wasp
Over the past 150 years, Australia has reported 60-80 deaths attributed to this box jellyfish. In recent years, the situation has improved due to the emergence of antivenom, which is administered in serious cases.
A lesser known threat is the tiny Irukandji jellyfish. With a body less than 5 mm in size, these tiny jellyfish compensate for their size with a powerful venom that is more than 100 times stronger than that of a cobra. Despite this, the bite is reportedly not too painful, with 2 deaths confirmed in Australia. One of the complications is the possibility of the onset of the Irukandji syndrome, which, like all the usual symptoms of poisoning, is unpleasant, as they say, the victim has a “feeling of doom”.
3. Sharks
Deep sea shooting of a great white shark
Everyone knows Australia is awash with sharks. Along with South Africa, it is likely that Australia has the worst reputation in the world for shark attacks on humans. All the big three can be found here and they were all responsible for a whole catalog of deaths. Statistically speaking, the bull shark has the worst result, however, the great white and tiger shark instill more fear in humans.
There are only a few hotspots along the Australian coastline where shark species pose the greatest risk to humans. Great white sharks are mainly found in the South, West and Middle Eastern Australia, while the bull shark is more unpredictable, which makes these predators especially intimidating when you consider that they can swim in fresh water. These sharks flooded the rivers of Brisbane, attacked people in Sydney Harbor and there were many attacks by bull sharks in the waters of the Gold Coast. Bull sharks have even been seen swimming on the streets of Brisbane after severe flooding in 2010.
Despite the various recordings, it is the great white shark that generates the most fear in the hearts of people. Historically, the Great White Death has been mentioned to be responsible for more fatal attacks in Australia than any other shark species. These monsters can potentially grow over 5 meters (17 feet) in length.
2. Eastern brown snake (Pseudonaja textilis)
Photo. Eastern brown snake
While many people will tell you that the inland taipan is Australia's most dangerous snake, we disagree. The inland taipan may have the most potent venom of any snake, but it inhabits extremely remote areas and is not particularly aggressive.
This is the second most venomous land snake on earth, which we ranked as the most dangerous in Australia, is the eastern brown snake. It is much larger and more common than the inland taipan. These fast, aggressive snakes are responsible for over half of all snake-related deaths in Australia, with an average of two such deaths per year.
One of the biggest problems with the eastern brown snake is that it is often found in densely populated areas. Mainly in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland. Where there are many mice there will also be brown snakes. Despite its poison, which can kill small mammals, it is also extremely effective against humans. Before the advent of the antidote, over 80% of bites were fatal, often within an hour.
Other venomous snakes such as the tiger snake are also worthy of consideration, which have caused many deaths in recent years.
1. A combed crocodile (Crocodylus porosus)
Photo. Combed crocodile
And among the snakes, sharks and crocodiles we came to the crocodiles. While in Australia, on average, sharks actually kill about twice as many people as crocodiles, we assumed that this is only because more people swim in the sea than in rivers and near the coast, teeming with crocodiles far away. north of Australia.
Salty is the largest reptile living on earth, and it truly is a glimpse into the days of the dinosaurs. In the past, the measured samples reached about 7 meters (25 feet) and weighed 2 tons. Back in the 1950s, one crocodile reached 8.5 meters (30 feet), allegedly caught in a river near Darwin.
Due to its size and enormous strength, the saltwater crocodile has the most powerful bite on Earth, 10 times stronger than that of a great white shark. It also couples with ample speed in the water - up to 18 mph, which is three times faster than even Ozzy's fastest swimmer. Urban myth has it that saltwater crocodiles can run as fast as racehorses. This is completely untrue, but they are capable of an explosive dash, they can instantly cover several meters before the prey even has time to react.
There are also other reasons why you should be wary of the saltwater crocodile. Firstly, unlike sharks, which, as a rule, mistakenly attack people, confusing them with something tasty, we definitely enter the menu of these crocodiles. Salty are adventurous hunters and will eat almost anything that moves. There are records that crocodiles ate tigers, sharks and even an elephant.
Added to their awesome appetite is the fact that they are smart if it makes sense to compare in this case!
One last thing I would like to mention is the habitat of crocodiles. These monsters are happy both on the high seas and in the swamps, so think twice before you decide to enter the water somewhere in the north of Australia, as opposed to the guy who decided to swim in the river Mary, teeming with crocodiles. As the head of the local police said: "Do not swim in the Mary River" ...
Video. The most dangerous animals in the world. Australia
If you have read to these lines and watched all the videos, we strongly recommend watching the documentary "Deadly Dangerous", the first episode of this film just tells about the most dangerous animals in Australia. What is remarkable about this film is that it describes in detail the options with which a person can be killed by this or that animal. With regard to poisonous animals, it describes the mechanism of action of the poisons injected into the human body and how it can be neutralized.
Australia is a continent with more dangerous animals than anywhere else in the world. Snakes, spiders, white sharks, wild dingo dogs, crocodiles, jellyfish and other animals. Every year people die from meeting with them. Which of them is the most dangerous? Now we will find out.
20th place - Geographic Cone (Latin Conus geographus)
Cones are marine molluscs found in tropical waters around the world. Most of them are found among the coral reefs of the Australian coast.
At first glance, there is nothing in their appearance that would portend trouble. They look very cute and beautiful creatures. Indeed, many of them are completely harmless to humans, but there are also ruthless killers.
The most dangerous species for humans is the geographic cone that lives in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Every year 2-3 people die from the bites of killer shellfish in Australia. Death occurs in just a couple of minutes.
Most often, the cause of the tragedy is simple human curiosity and a desire to touch everything new and beautiful.
Thanks to the stretching funnel mouth, they are able to swallow prey larger than themselves. The cones kill their victims with a poison consisting of various peptides. He is considered one of the most powerful and life-threatening. The poison is injected into the victim's body using a long and thin hot-barrel, at the end of which there is a small harpoon.
19th place - Royal brown snake or Mulga (lat.Pseudechis australis)
Every year in Australia, about 3,000 people suffer from snakebites, one of which is the royal brown snake, famous for its speed and aggressiveness. Usually, most snakes, when faced with a larger enemy, prefer to crawl away, while she rushes into the attack first.
They are found almost throughout the continent, excluding only its southernmost part. They can be both large (up to 2 meters) and not very, but this is not important. They are very dangerous anyway.
Sometimes just one bite of them is enough to say goodbye to life. These snakes have plenty of venom - from 3 to 400 mg. And when bitten, they release it in large doses. It almost immediately enters the bloodstream and the victim has a lot of time to call for help. In very rare cases, the snake inflicts "blank" bites - without injecting venom. Thus, she gives a warning signal that jokes with her are bad.
18th place - Scorpions
Another of the most dangerous inhabitants of Australia. Its main weapon is a venomous sting located at the tip of its tail. Unlike many other types of scorpions, this one grabs prey and immediately begins to devour it. There is a muscle in its pincers that helps to hold the victim. When captured, he delivers a deadly thrust with his sting.
Their bites are very painful, especially the three-band scorpion. They pose a greater danger to children than to adults. In Australia, several children have died from the bites of this scorpion in the past couple of years.
17th place - stingrays or stinging rays (lat.Dasyatididae)
It was this marine inhabitant who caused the death of the famous Australian TV presenter Steve Irwin, who died during the filming of the film "The Most Dangerous Inhabitants of the Ocean", having received a fatal blow to the heart.
Stingrays, like sharks, belong to the subclass of plate-gill. At the end of the tail there are 1 or 2 long poisonous spines, which can easily pierce human skin, and especially large individuals, even the bottom of a boat.
If a person accidentally steps on such a slope buried in the sand, he will instantly receive a powerful thorn in his leg. It penetrates deeply, and the poison quickly enters the bloodstream. A person dies due to the cessation of the functioning of the organ in which the poison has entered, and since it spreads throughout the body, many important organs gradually fail. This can be the heart, lungs, or abdomen.
16th place - Tiger shark (lat.Galeocerdo cuvier)
It is one of the 4 most dangerous sharks in the world, and the top three in Australia. They are capable of attacking anyone. Several swimmers die from her teeth every year. Throughout history, 660 attacks of this shark have been recorded.
The tiger shark has very sharp teeth with jagged edges. This is the perfect murder weapon. The upper jaw is not much different from the lower one, so these sharks can handle almost any bait, even a turtle shell. Capturing prey, it begins to violently twirl it from side to side, so that the teeth can cut through the flesh.
They are also distinguished by great curiosity and a complete lack of picky in food. She definitely needs to try everything to the teeth, so they attack almost everything that they meet on their way. That is why they are so dangerous to humans.
15th place - Cassowaries (lat.Casuarius)
Cassowaries are recognized as the most dangerous birds in the world. Every year in Australia 1-2 people die from the clutches of these "birds". They are able to kill the enemy with one blow with their powerful legs.
The main danger is that they are very fast, strong and completely unpredictable birds. A cassowary driven into a corner is very dangerous, and if you approach the chicks, then do not expect mercy. Its main weapon is long and very sharp triangular claws. With them, a bird can easily rip a person's flesh, damaging vital organs.
Unlike other large wingless birds such as ostriches and emus, cassowaries can strike in different directions, both back and forth and sideways.
Chicks are quite friendly, but their hot-tempered parents are always somewhere nearby. Before attacking, the cassowary makes a hissing sound.
14th place - tarantula spiders (lat.theraphosidae)
These representatives of the spider family fully live up to their name. Due to their huge size, they are able to hunt even small birds. But still, their digestive system is not designed for a constant supply of meat.
It is the largest spider in Australia. All types of tarantulas are poisonous, just some have more toxicity of the poison, others less. Chelicerae are very long and sharp. Their length can be up to 1 centimeter. With their help, the spider injects poison into the victim's body. The bites are very painful, but not always fatal to humans. Within 6-8 hours after the bite, the person feels general weakness, he is constantly thrown into a fever and is very nauseous.
If fatal bites do occur, it is to a greater extent with young children or people who are allergic to their venom. Sometimes spiders bite without using poison, this is the so-called. Dry bite.
13th place - Dubois sea snake (lat.Aipysurus duboisii)
About 30 species of sea snakes live in Australian waters. Some of them have much stronger venom than land species. All of them are very poisonous and extremely dangerous, but the most dangerous of them is rightfully considered the Dubois sea snake.
She, however, like many sea snakes, has well-developed lungs, so she can do without air for a whole hour! The body itself has a cylindrical shape, but the tail is flattened from the sides. This shape allows the snake to swim perfectly underwater.
Sea snakes eat almost everything: fish, cuttlefish, crabs, eels, caviar, as well as smaller sea snakes.
The most interesting thing is that their bites are most often harmless to humans, since less than 10% of them use poison. But if the snake nevertheless decided to reward its offender with a portion of the toxin, then the person dies in a few minutes as a result of paralysis of the respiratory system and, as a result, suffocation.
Worldwide, about 150 people die from sea snake bites.
12th place - Wild dog dingo (lat.Canis lupus dingo)
They are experienced hunters and assassins. Hundreds of people have already become victims of these dogs, two of them have a sad outcome.
Dingo dogs are very fast and hardy. A small flock of these animals can drive almost any animal. They hunt in groups. Their canines are large, at least larger than those of domestic dogs, so they easily grab prey and tear it apart with the same ease.
Dingo is not an ordinary dog, as many people think. This is a wild, and therefore dangerous, animal.
11th place - Fire ants (Latin Solenopsis)
A dangerous species that attacks its victim with an entire colony. Hundreds of thousands of insects can live in one anthill, and if they are disturbed, then they all go to the offender together, biting him wherever possible.
These ants have 2 main weapons - a poison located in the sting, and mandibles (jaws), with which they firmly bite into their offender. Their venom causes severe allergic reactions, which in some cases can be fatal. After some place, a blister and swelling appear at the site of the bite.
All this is accompanied by nausea, dizziness, vomiting and the appearance of an allergic reaction, even in those people who have never had it before. And all because the poison of fire ants contains the alkaloid solenopsin. It has cytotoxic, hemolytic, neurotoxic, necrotic and insecticidal effects.
Many consider them to be one of the most dangerous species, because they attack everyone who is near their nest.
10th place - Blue-ringed octopus (lat.Hapalochlaena lunulata)
Small but deadly. He bites his abuser with a beak similar to that of a parrot. The poison of one such crumbs is enough to kill 26 people.
They wait for their victims sitting in ambush. It is difficult to notice them, because these octopuses in a calm state almost merge with the sand. They grab prey, squeeze it tightly with their tentacles, and then bring it to their beak and inflict a deadly bite. The poison immediately affects the nervous system and the victim quickly dies.
When it comes to a person, the toxins paralyze the voluntarily contracting muscles, and he cannot breathe, as a result of which he dies from suffocation. However, he can still be saved if the antidote is introduced in time.
When blue-ringed octopuses are aggressive or fearful, their pale rings on their bodies become brighter and become bright blue in color.
9th place - Western brown snake (lat.Pseudonaja nuchalis)
Of all Australian snakes, the western brown is the most aggressive. Even at the slightest threat, she begins to defend herself, and does not rush to flight. On account of her already 22 human deaths.
These snakes live throughout Australia and are one of the most venomous species. They love dry, warm places, but they can also be found around swamps. These snakes are quite fast and nimble.
8th place - Spider "Black Widow" (lat. Latrodectus mactans)
About 2,000 Australians suffer from the bites of this spider a year. On account of his already 15 deaths. Due to its small size and dull color, people simply may not notice it and accidentally touch it. In response, the spider immediately inflicts a painful poisonous bite on its abuser.
After a while, nausea, vomiting, and joint pain appear. Although everyone reacts to his poison differently. But even a small amount of it can be enough to kill an animal or a person.
They rarely bite, but accurately. The poisonous teeth are very small, only some 2-3 mm, and very little poison gets into the bite. But even this amount is enough to lead to the death of a person, because their poison is very toxic. Probably one of the strongest in the world.
During the attack, she folds her body in the form of the Latin letter S and begins to make hissing sounds, and then makes a sharp thrust.
The males of this spider are quite harmless. They have very small chelicerae, and they are not able to bite through human skin. Therefore, only females are dangerous.
More dangerous than them on the Australian continent are only leukopautin spiders.
7th place - Bees (lat.Anthophila)
About 2000 species of bees live in Australia, as well as 1 introduced species. These insects sting only once in a lifetime, and then die. But the consequences of their bite can be the most dire, especially for people with allergies.
Bee venom can cause a severe allergic reaction in them: rash, nausea, headache, shortness of breath. In the worst case, all this can lead to anaphylactic shock, and sometimes even death.
In healthy people, the bite site hurts and swells, this is normal. Avoiding these dire consequences requires an immediate adrenaline rush.
6th place - Coastal taipan (Latin Oxyuranus scutellatus)
Coastal Taipans are highly venomous and incredibly fast Australian snakes that are common on the coast of the northern and northeastern part of the mainland, as well as in southeastern New Guinea.
In Australia, they have already accounted for 12 deaths. In agility, they can compete only with vipers and some other snakes. Taipan is the most venomous and the largest snake in Australia.
They have very long teeth, up to a centimeter in length, so they cannot open their mouths wide. Their venom is considered the most toxic snake in the world. Even a slight scratch from his teeth is enough for a person to die. If she bit someone, then the likelihood that this someone will survive is very small.
5th place - Leukopaut spider (lat.Atrax robustus)
This is the most dangerous spider in Australia. Its chelicerae are so powerful and strong that they can easily pierce not only the skin, but even the nail plate. He is merciless to the offender, therefore he inflicts bites with lightning speed and, sometimes, several times in a row. They can inject poison directly into the bone.
These are large spiders, up to 7 centimeters in length. Males are smaller than females. They prefer to live in burrows up to half a meter in length underground or in the trunk of a half-rotten tree. They completely envelop their shelter from the inside with cobwebs.
They are fast enough and very poisonous. In males, the poison is 6 times stronger than in females. It happens that death occurs in 15 minutes (in children), if the antidote is not administered in time. In adults, deaths from their bite are low, but still present.
4th place - Sea Wasp (lat.Chironex fleckeri) and Irukandji jellyfish (lat.Carukia barnesi)
The sea wasp is the most dangerous sea biting animal. Armed with 60 tentacles, it can kill a person in just 1 minute, and the poison of one such baby is enough to take the life of about 60 people.
This jellyfish lives in the northeast and northwest of Australia. It is found both in shallow water and in the open sea.
On all sides of its bells hang tentacles, 15 on each side, which can stretch for a meter under water. Each of them has about 500 stings. They are positioned so that the jellyfish can thrust them into the victim like a harpoon. As soon as this happens, poison enters the wound and paralyzes the small victim.
It takes more time and more poison to paralyze a person. The main danger is that when you are swimming underwater, you can be stung by several jellyfish at once. From their bite, the human heart stops after 3 minutes. If the antidote is not introduced in a timely manner, then the person quickly dies.
For 120 years in Australia, about 70 people have died from the bites of this jellyfish. On account of their deaths more than sharks, crocodiles and snakes combined.
Another small jellyfish that can kill a person is called irukandji. Its miniature size is striking, but the poison of this crumb is capable of killing a person in 20-30 minutes. Her stings are located not only on the tentacles, but also on the stomach.
These animals are about 230 million years old, of which the last 60-65 million years they have practically not changed.
3rd place - Salted crocodile (lat.Crocodylus porosus)
These are very cruel predators. When attacking, they move so fast that the victim has no chance of salvation. During the hunt, the crocodile is completely immersed in water, and only nostrils and eyes remain on the surface. In the muddy waters of small rivers, such a "camouflage" works flawlessly
75% of crocodile attacks are made not because of hunger, but because they are guarding their territory. When bitten, their teeth dig deep into the body with a death grip and the reptile begins to twirl its prey in the water until it breaks it apart. In this case, she faces certain death. The strength of their jaws is incredible.
Not so long ago, many media wrote about a giant crested crocodile caught near a Filipino village. There is an assumption that he was responsible for the death of two people.
2nd place - Great white shark (lat.Carcharodon carcharias)
The most terrible sea creature. Her jaws are so huge and strong that they can bite a person in half. The force of pressure with which the shark clenches its jaws is almost several tons per 1 cm2.
These are the perfect killing machines. In the course of evolution, they practically did not change. Their teeth are razor sharp. They can bite through not only the thick skin of many sea animals, but even their bones.
The main prey for Australian white sharks are dolphins and sea lions. And these are by no means small animals.
In 2000, there were 10 deaths from these sharks. But these cases have decreased significantly over the past decade.
1st place - Mosquitoes of the Kusaki genus (lat.Aëdes)
Of all the most dangerous animals in Australia, the first place goes to tiny insects - mosquitoes. They are carriers of 4 diseases, due to which thousands of Australians die and end up in hospitals every year. These are tropical fever (dengue fever), Murray Valley encephalitis, and Ross River fever (epidemic polyarthritis).
The disease spreads the moment a mosquito bites a person and injects its saliva into the bloodstream along with deadly viruses.
Ross River Fever is the most common illness on this continent. Since mosquitoes and the diseases they carry, over 20,000 people have died in the past 7 years, and it's hard to believe that such little creatures can cause so much harm, pain and suffering.
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