Although most people don’t think about it very much, the world is a dangerous place. Of course there is crime; there is disease. There are accidents and natural disasters – all bad – right? Yes! Of course – but because many of us now-a-days live in urban centers, we have forgotten how lethal the world can be. Once you step outside your front door and venture into woods, lakes, oceans or mountains – there’s a good chance you’ll have at least one creature you’ll have to watch out for, or suffer the consequences. Many animals will only attack when provoked, while others are on a one-man mission to bite you, infect you and generally ruin your life. So be careful out there!
Strangler Octopus
Found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, the Blue-Ringed octopus is amongst the most venomous creatures in the deep blue sea. So if the blue-ringed octopus feels under attack, they will strike and essentially asphyxiate the victim with their venom – as it paralyzes respiratory muscles.
Blue Ringed Octopus
Floating Terror
Also known as a ‘blue bottle’ or a ‘floating terror’, the Portuguese Man of War is not actually a jellyfish but a siphonphore. A Portuguese Man of War will sting you, leaving large welts and almost whip-like marks on the skin. Apart from the reported searing pain, sometimes the venom will make its way to lymph nodes, causing cold-like symptons. They are found in the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans.
Portuguese Man Of War
Here Comes Trouble
Found in coastal sea waters around the world, the Great White shark doesn’t necessarily want to eat humans, but they are quite happy to have a taste. Known for the largest percentage of attacks on people, they are formidable creatures with females sometimes weighing in at over 4000 lbs.
Great White Shark
