04 nov 2015

What is the most poisonous animal in the world?

This rather lengthy post provides an overview

There are many animals on Earth and in the seas that attack with poison. Although many are harmless, others can be fatal to humans. Among them are many animals that we find in the waters, as well as animals that are closer to humans. Snakes, snakes, spiders ... Here is a list of the most poisonous animals in the world. Please note that there are many others, and above all, we are talking about the most poisonous animals, not the most dangerous.

Blue-ringed octopus, a very poisonous ocean animal

Do you know this very beautiful octopus from the Indian and Pacific oceans? The blue-ringed octopus is one of the most poisonous animals in the world. It is not for nothing that she, who lives mainly on the coast of southeastern Australia, especially south of the Great Barrier Reef, has an extremely dangerous and deadly poison.

Although it only feeds on crustaceans, if an octopus senses an attack, it will not hesitate to release its salivary venom. A poison containing a neurotoxin that acts in just a few minutes. The poison of this octopus is not fatal, but it can become so depending on the state of health of the affected person.

This poison causes severe respiratory distress, which can lead to respiratory arrest. In case of contact with poison, it is necessary to go to the trauma center as soon as possible. For the UK's most dangerous animals to stay away from, see this web page.

Black mamba, a wonderful and very poisonous snake

Who does not know the black mamba at least by reputation? In any case, if you are a terrariophile like me, you definitely know this species. The black mamba is a very dangerous species of snake if it senses danger. Lives mainly in Africa, in a hot and dry climate. Basically, it is a diurnal snake that likes to explore rocks, but primarily to hunt small animals in the middle of the day. Very often the mamba also uses its poison to immobilize its prey, it is not actually a constrictor.

Its size varies from 2.50 to 4 meters, a large snake with a very deadly poison. Both a terrestrial and an arboreal snake, this snake can bite small mammals such as birds in full flight. Maneuverable, his poison works very quickly, which usually leaves the bird no time to go die elsewhere. For comparison, know that a mamba can inject up to 400 mg of poison in one go. It only takes 15 mg of it to kill one person.

Sea wasp, a very formidable sea biter

This jellyfish, of course, is very beautiful, but very dangerous. Not for nothing, at the moment it is the most poisonous jellyfish known to date. Usually found outside of Vietnam, Australia or even Papua New Guinea, this jellyfish has already killed more than 70 people in the last century.

Fortunately, it is at depth, but when you cross it, the chances of survival are minimal. Deadly, but he does not kill on purpose. As a reminder, jellyfish don't have brains, so they don't really have a spending or attack system. On the other hand, in contact with her, you risk getting bitten. Read about the 5 cutest animals on the planet by clicking on this link.

Palestinian yellow scorpion, a very dangerous animal

Scorpions belong to the family of spiders, well known for their poison. Even if those in the south of France are harmless, there are very dangerous ones in the world. And in particular this one, the yellow scorpion of Palestine. This famous yellow scorpion is found in Egypt, Sudan, Libya, Tunisia, Chad, Niger, Israel, Lebanon and Syria. It lives in the desert and has dimensions from 69 to 90 mm.

Fortunately, although its bite is extremely painful, it is mostly not fatal. Maybe, but it depends on the person's resistance. Healthy young people are usually safe. But in the elderly, heart patients, pregnant women or people with allergies, this poison can cause death within hours.

Terrible leaf frog, very poisonous frog

This cute little frog is not as harmless as it seems, as it is one of the most poisonous frogs in the world. No wonder this amphibian, about 47 mm in size, grows in humid tropical forests at high altitudes in Colombia, and its toxicity is extraordinary. The poison, very painful, is secreted by the skin and is therefore located on its epidermis.

Like many other frogs, it cannot be touched, but with it it is even more so, it is deadly. Contact with it can cause heart failure or fibrillation, as well as burns. This little frog can easily kill a person.


 

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