When you think about dangerous animals, everyone thinks of two different types. Often, we think about those bigger than we are or those that just happen to be of the bigger variety like bears. Meanwhile, the rest of us think about the most venomous animals on the planet. Most of those can kill us much faster than even some larger animals. We often overlook this, but it’s to our own peril. Funny enough, most of these venomous animals are actually pretty small. Others pack venom in them that we do not even realize. The worst of these animals may very well be those that have venom that does not kill but can mess people up. Sometimes just one bite can put you into pain that lasts for weeks to years.<\/p>\n
Others pack so much venom that it causes an infection. This can be enough to make some arms and legs be removed to save the rest of the body. In some others, severe nerve damage comes into play as well as muscle and tendon damage. This can make arms, legs, or certain areas of the body almost obsolete. All of it can be caused by just one bite or sting. Some of these animals are unknown or we may see them all the time yet do not fear them enough. That will come to an end very soon, as you see what each of these animals can do. Not all of these animals will cause death in those that they attack, but they all will cause pain. Whether you’re trying to prevent pain, long-term damage to your body, or save your own life. Each of these venomous animals should be feared!<\/p>\n
The Kobe Bryant of snakes, the Black Mamba is notable for its aggression and the speed<\/a> of its venom killing. They have now become the most feared snake in Africa, with most bites becoming fatal in humans. It seems local tribal people die the most from them, likely due to not getting medical attention in time.<\/p>\n
Their venom is a vicious neurotoxin that can take 10 minutes or less to affect people. Even bigger adults see symptoms really quickly. This venom is very fatal and can kill humans in an hour, with many taking less than 30 minutes to do so. Even when antivenom is administered, some side effects can go on for months.<\/p>\n
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Bullet Ants are notable for their vicious sting. While they are a species of ant, they come off more like wasps due to their stinger being present. This is not really common among most ants, which is why they stand out. Its sting is the highest rated on the notable Schmitt Pain Index, which has gained them worldwide recognition for having the most painful sting<\/a> among insects in the world.<\/span><\/p>\n
Outside of its sting, they also have sharp pinchers up front that make them a problem to mess with. <\/span>While their sting does pack a punch venom-wise, it is typically not enough to kill most human beings. Although, it could kill anyone who happens to be allergic. Their sting contains Poneratoxin<\/a>, which is a neurotoxic peptide. This can affect the central nervous system and might be very well why their sting hurts so much. The pain from one can last 24 to 36 hours!<\/span><\/p>\n
Komodo Dragons are dangerous animals, capable of killing even a human being<\/a> if a pack chose to do so. They are a type of monitor lizard, among the biggest lizards on the planet today. Most look like modern-day dinosaurs! They can grow up to 10 feet and weigh 150lbs too. Their bite itself, like crocodiles, is strong and capable of killing just about everything. <\/span>However, their bite also comes with saliva that comes from two glands in their lower jaw.<\/span><\/p>\n
T<\/span>his saliva is venomous as it contains toxin proteins. Most animals who do not die from the bite, usually die from the venom. The main thing this venom contains is an anticoagulant, making it hard to stop bleeding from their original bite. They do not tend to go after humans, but they might attack if you get around a lot of them. Usually, the highest population of Komodo Dragons will be located in Indonesia’s Lesser Sunda, where they have been living for millions of years.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The Death Adder is considered one of the most poisonous snakes<\/a> pound-for-pound on the planet today. There are 9 different species of Death Adder as of the last count. All of them are incredibly venomous. Yet some say there are only 7, depending on who you ask. That said, the creatures can be found in both Australia & New Guinea.<\/span><\/p>\n
They most resemble vipers but happen to be more closely related to cobras & coral snakes. It is clear that they are just as deadly. They inject 40 to 100mg of venom with their bite. It mostly uses a neurotoxin only but it is incredibly deadly. This will cause paralysis and eventually respiratory failure. Before its antivenom was introduced, Adder bites led to death at least 50% of the time. Now it is rare to see death from one unless you do not get treatment in at least 6 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The Black Widow Spider gets its name from the fact that they kill their mates<\/a>, which is terrifying alone. It’s often noted that you can see an hourglass of some type on one to know if they are venomous animals or not. We wouldn’t get too close to see, however. They have a venom known as Latrotoxin. The name comes from the scientific name for the Black Widow, the Latrodectus.<\/p>\n
It’s a neurotoxin that typically kills certain animals within an hour or two. Despite being the most venomous spider in North America, their bite is rarely fatal to humans. Most bites from them are “dry” anyway. Although, deaths have happened mostly from allergic reactions.<\/p>\n
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Knowing a Blue Spotted Stingray is not exactly rocket science. You can see their blue spots without any real trouble. They do not hide in the sand like other stingrays. They have venomous spines and a sharp barbed tail<\/a> they do not mind using.<\/p>\n
While they do not often kill humans with their venom, it can harm us in other ways. Usually, it causes some muscle\/ pain or weakness as well as nausea. It takes a few days to get out of your system but if you have one kidney or none at all, it may not filter well and an ER visit should be made. The real danger of a stingray is its barbed tail, as they can kill with it. We lost Steve Irwin this way, after all.<\/p>\n
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Cane Toads happen to be some crazy venomous animals. Sorry ladies, your Prince is not coming when you kiss one of these. In fact, you’ll likely get an infection. However, Cane Toads pack some horrible Bufotoxin<\/a> too. Those who eat Cane Toads will often experience severe side effects. This is why many animals leave them alone.<\/p>\n
Their Bufotoxin is capable of causing some paralysis among humans as well as nausea, fast heartbeat, trouble breathing, and even seizures. That can result in death for humans but it is quite rare. Touching them won’t hurt you unless you have open wounds on your hands, just be sure to wash your hands very well after.<\/p>\n
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The Platypus is one of the few living mammals that produce venom<\/a>. Their venom is injected into humans or animals via their spurs on their feet in what is essentially a stinging effect. This is present to push off any possible predators, especially those that can follow them in the water.<\/p>\n
Though it won’t kill humans, their venom does cause some horrific pain. Humans affected by it claim that the spot of injection was swollen for a while, often needing prescription painkillers to bring down the pain. This is due to their venom having numerous peptides, enhanced by non-nitrogenous components. In animals, this causes coagulation and a severe lowering of blood pressure.<\/p>\n
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The Coastal Taipan Snake is similar to the Inland Taipan, but the difference between the two would seem pretty obvious. One is more water-friendly and will be found near water areas, usually across Australia and the island of New Guinea. It is incredibly dangerous and is currently listed as the third-most venomous snake<\/a> on the planet behind its cousin the Inland Taipan and Eastern Brown Snakes. Their average venom yield of 120mg but can get up to 400mg if they feel like it.<\/span><\/p>\n
Their venom is known as Taicatoxin, an incredibly potent neurotoxin that stops blood from clotting and affects your nervous system. This will cause convulsions, paralysis, internal bleeding, and much worse. Death can happen quickly and currently, the untreated death bite death rate is 100% of all bitten, which is why antivenom is highly recommended. Before its antivenom was formed, nearly everyone died from their bite.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Rough-Skinned Newts are surprisingly venomous animals that most do not find out about until they feel the effects of the toxin itself. The Newt excretes its venom from its skin as a protective measure. Known as Tetrodotoxin<\/a>, this venom is from the Neurotoxin family.<\/p>\n
The idea is that if a predator goes after it, they will hopefully begin to get sick and go numb or die completely. It seems in regions where this animal is located, predators are wary. As for humans, unless we eat the newt, we won’t experience any life-threatening issues. Only some problems will occur from skin contact unless you have an open wound.<\/p>\n
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The Maricopa Harvester Ant happens to be one of the most venomous insects<\/a> on the planet. It has been said that one of these ants packs enough venom to kill an ordinary lab mouse, which means it packs quite a punch for an insect. To cause any real harm in humans, you have to be bitten\/stung by a lot of them, causing anaphylactic shock.<\/p>\n
Apparently, the Alkaloid in their venom signals other ants, resulting in a gang showing up to sting\/bite more. Thus, you need to get away quickly once one ant makes contact. It takes around 4 hours for a reaction to occur in humans from one bite\/sting. Yet allergic reactions to numerous attacking can come relatively quickly.<\/p>\n
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The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is one of the most dangerous snakes on the planet. While every snake bite can be painful, it seems this snake wants to go down with the absolute worst. Of course, the real danger this snake provides is its venom, a highly effective Hemotoxin<\/a> that can kill humans in mere hours.<\/p>\n
This is extremely dangerous as it kills red blood cells and causes some major tissue damage. The biggest thing to worry about with this toxin is that it can affect breathing and movement of blood to and from the heart. Along with this is the fact that you’ll have trouble clotting, causing humans to bleed out.<\/p>\n
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Some medical professionals feel that the Brazilian-Wandering Spider may hold the cure to erectile dysfunction. Why? Their venom compound known as Tx2-6 has a weird side effect. For men, the venom gives a very painful erection that lasts for several hours. Thus, pharmaceutical companies are trying to use it in a controlled way for a new medication.<\/p>\n
When you’re bitten by one, humans immediately have horrible pain from the bite that will kill other animals. Their venom is a version of a neurotoxin<\/a> but one that is often not often lethal to humans. It affects blood and its movement throughout the body. This can cause nausea, dizziness, trouble breathing, etc. On top of this will be terrible pain that’ll last in some for several weeks.<\/p>\n
Most do not ever consider Catfish when it comes to venomous animals. However, there are several that pack some venom in them that act as self-defense. However, none are more notable for this than the Striped Eel Catfish. These catfish have near-razor sharp dorsal fins and pectoral fins<\/a>, both possessing venom.<\/p>\n
This is often delivered into the human or sea creature when opened up by the fin. The venom is even strong enough to kill humans, though rare to see. Usually, people are cut open and seek help immediately. Therefore, humans just do not die very often. However, it can still cause infections and severe pain for weeks.<\/p>\n
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The Scolopendra Subspinipes is an incredibly large species of centipede. While it would be appropriate to put all centipedes here, it appears that this is the most venomous of the entire centipede family. They can be found in almost every land area on the planet<\/a>, including the United States, all across Asia, and Australia.<\/span><\/p>\n
However, they are not native to colder environments, such as upper Canada and both Arctic areas. Their venom is enough to kill a person, but the last recorded death involved<\/a> a 7-year-old child. Like other deaths from this centipede, most feel that an allergic reaction was the main cause. Their venom has a variety of toxins in it such as serotonin, histamine, and toxin-S.<\/span><\/p>\n
The Common Krait snake is one of the most dangerous and venomous animals<\/a> on the planet today. Many people who are bitten by this snake don’t experience much pain from it. This gives people false assurance, assuming they’re perfectly fine. In reality, they’re about to feel the effects of the bite very soon.<\/p>\n
The bite sends powerful neurotoxins<\/a> into the bloodstream that will cause muscle paralysis. If this goes on too long, even in those who survive and get antivenom, some of the paralysis can be permanent. Yet what kills people most from the bite is respiratory failure.<\/p>\n
The Mexican Beaded Lizard is one of the two most venomous lizards<\/a> on the planet today. Their venom is a relatively weak hemotoxin, contained in their salivary glands. Thus, in order to be affected by the venom, they often need to bit you first. Saliva will then attach itself to poison you.<\/p>\n
Most animals that are bitten by one end up dying from the bite experience, but the venom affects those that might escape their grasp too. Humans typically do not die from their venom, but it certainly can happen. Their Hemotoxin affects a human’s respiratory system, so any death will come from this. Most get medical attention within the same day as being bitten and turn out fine.<\/p>\n
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Stonefish are abnormally deadly creatures<\/a>. Most do not look like they could hurt humans. However, quite a number of them are venomous and certainly can do some damage. Certain Stonefish rank as the most venomous fish species on the planet. Stonefish don’t really target humans. They use venom mostly for protection, so they only hurt those that come too close.<\/p>\n
Whether that is grabbing or stepping on them, they’ll react. Their venom is known as Verrucotoxin<\/a> and only produced by these types of fish. Acting similar to a Neurotoxin, it can cause paralysis, trouble breathing, etc. It can even kill humans if they do not get help in time.<\/p>\n
Coral Snakes are some of the most dangerous snakes on the planet, and they are often mistaken for other species like the Milk Snake, Pipe Snake, or King Snake. There are easy ways to know the difference<\/a> between the two (their color and pattern), but you do not want to get close enough to either one to find out. There are at least 16 Coral species still slithering on Earth today. They can be found all over North America, mostly in the Southern United States.<\/span><\/p>\n
They are incredibly deadly<\/a> and have venom nearly equal to the King Cobra. It is among the most potent snake venoms in North America. Coral Snakes are relatively recluse animals, so it is rare to see them attack humans. This is why so few deaths happen as a result. Yet when bitten, you’re hit with a deadly neurotoxin that could kill within hours. There is also a major antivenom issue right now, making a bite from one even riskier to take.<\/span><\/p>\n
Officially known as the Australian Funnel Web Spider, this little beast ranks as one of the most venomous animals on the planet to humans. What makes it even worse is that their venom, often referred to as δ-atracotoxin<\/a>, is an ion-channel inhibitor. This is a type of Neurotoxin. Yet while it can kill humans and other primates, it does not affect other mammals.<\/p>\n
The venom itself affects the nervous system. Typically, this specific spider bites around 30 to 40 people per year but so far, only around 12 to 14 people have died from it. In fact, the Guinness World Record<\/a> people have ranked it the most venomous spider on the planet. People can die from their bite as quickly as 15 minutes!<\/p>\n
The Squalidae, better known to many as the Dogfish Shark, is the only venomous shark<\/a> in the world today. A smaller shark, they have two smooth but sharp dorsal fins but no anal fin. They have slender bodies as well as a pointed snout. All of which makes them stand out in the shark community over others. Males reach up to 39 inches while females reach up to 49 inches.<\/span><\/p>\n
They often run in packs, which is how they got their name. A fisherman once saw them chase down smaller fish in a “dog-like pack.” They are also the most well-traveled shark species, allowing them to be in oceans just about everywhere. One Dogfish Shark was recorded to have traveled 5,000 miles<\/a> on its own. Their dorsal fins are mildly venomous, but it is rare humans will be hit by one. Like most sharks, they use their jaws and teeth to attack prey.<\/span><\/p>\n
Described as one of the top three most venomous snakes<\/a> on the planet, the Dubois Sea Snake is extremely dangerous. Due to being mostly in the water, people tend to run into them in the most surprising periods. If you startle the snake and the snake bites, it makes sense why. Funny enough, many of the bites from them are dry and don’t inject venom.<\/p>\n