(#3) Saltwater Crocodile
- Crocodylus porosus
The Australian saltwater crocodile looms large in Western legend and culture. These big guys are extremely powerful. Their large jaws are full of sharp teeth, and they are the largest reptiles in the world. Some of them weigh more than 2,000 pounds.
The male of the species is extremely aggressive and territorial, so even innocent bystanders are subject to attack. It is always a good idea to speak with local experts before stepping into any water that may be in a crocodile's territory. Fatalities from Australian crocodile attacks are not that common, usually because people steer clear of their territory. One human casualty is reported every two or three years.
(#14) The Mainland Tiger Snake Prefers To Bite In Australian Suburbs
The mainland tiger snake holds second place for the most bites each year from snakes. Part of the reason is the mainland tiger prefers living in the suburbs and other more densely populated areas of the country. Like other snakes, they love life on the farm, where rodents are often abundant. Because they live in fairly close proximity to humans, a lot of bites happen when people accidentally step on them.
The bites from the mainland tiger are fatal if not treated with antidote immediately. Like other venomous snakes, their poison attacks the nervous system, spreading paralysis throughout the body.
(#8) Bull shark
- Carcharhinus leucas
Bull sharks are super aggressive animals that aren't afraid to venture far up brackish, inland rivers. You never know where they will turn up, but their first preference is warm shorelines, such as those found around the perimeter of Australia.
Due to their fearlessness and fierce behavior, they are considered by experts to be the most dangerous sharks on the planet. The bull shark is also considered one of the scariest animals in the world. It's one of only a handful of shark species that are likely to attack humans. Weighing in at around 200-500 pounds and between 7 and 11 feet long, they pack the kind of size and power that poses a threat to humans and marine animals alike. They will eat practically anything that crosses their path.
(#10) Stonefish
- Synanceia verrucosa
The colorful, dangerous stonefish dwells at the bottom of tidal pools in Northern Australia. It lays low among rocks or under mud and sand. And it has a greenish-brown color that helps it further camouflage itself. All along its back are rows of sharp, venom-filled spines.
Humans usually encounter the poisonous stonefish when they accidentally step on them. The sting is extremely painful, and the affected area swells rapidly. Its venom can cause almost instant death. Depending on how deeply the venomous spines strike, and how many spines actually penetrate tissue, victims may experience temporary paralysis, shock, muscle weakness, and if medical treatment is not immediately sought, loss of life.
(#7) Common Death Adder
- Acanthophis antarcticus
Australia is home to a variety of adders - a type of snake - but this common variety is among the most dangerous. Before an anti-venom antidote was developed, around 60% of bites to humans from this species resulted in loss of life.
The areas people need to be particularly careful to watch for this snake are along the east coast of Australia and further inland in New South Wales and Queensland. They are also sometimes seen on the sandy coastlines of central Australia and as far as Perth, on the west coast. The common death adder isn't too picky about its habitat. It likes arid, sandy regions just as much as forests and woodlands. It is not terribly aggressive, but it will hold still and wait for prey to accidentally come into range and then attack.
(#5) Great white shark
- Carcharodon carcharias
While it's not extremely common for great white sharks to attack, they have been known to bite people swimming in their territory. Great white sharks swim in various places off the coast of Australia. These creatures grow to be 15 feet long and up to 5,000 pounds. Their powerful teeth can chomp through just about anything.
And while they don't prey on humans, sometimes they do confuse humans in the water with types of animals they actually eat. In 2016 alone, 23 people were attacked by sharks, but only two perished. Most of them were unprovoked attacks.
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The ecological environment in Australia is quite superior around the world. A variety of wild animals build their homes and grow up there, the rich natural resources and species have created a unique animal paradise. There are also a large number of toxic and aggressive animals there, such as snakes, spiders, and sharks, etc. Local people constantly remind us that there are so many deadly creatures living in Australia.
The random tool lists 14 deadly animals that can prove Australia can be the scariest place on earth, potential dangers are everywhere, but as long as you follow the advice and local policies, the possibility of becoming a victim is very small.
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