Yup, sometimes humans
can be reckless, to say the least,
and provoke wild animals
to attack us.
But wild animals don't always
wait for us to make the first move.
Some animals are so territorial
or bad-tempered
that they can strike without warning.
Today we compiled a list of the
five most aggressive animals.
They won't wait
for you to threaten them
before attacking
and killing you.
Centuries of experience
have made many predators fear humans,
which has allowed us
to explore many places
without getting attacked by wild animals.
But some animals won't run away.
Every year, people die in the jaws,
claws and fangs of wild beasts.
Here are five amazing stories
about the most aggressive beasts
that will attack you
just because they can.
We're about to see some of the scariest
animals on Earth.
But if you want to choose
the most powerful
beast of all the species roaming the planet,
what would it be?
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They were comparing the.
What?
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I was telling them about
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I love it because it explores
the traits
that make these powerful animals
reign in their environments.
But which of them is king over the others,
and why?
Is it the cheetah
that can reach 113 km/h (70 mph)
in just three seconds?
Or is it the ferocity of lions?
Maybe it's the strength of sharks.
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But to get the world's
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you'll need to survive the wrath
of these aggressive creatures first.
Don't worry.
We've got you covered.
These massive mammals
are called the “black death”.
They can grow 1.5 m (5 ft) tall
and weigh up to 870 kg (1,910 lb).
And they’re extremely grumpy.
Can you imagine this furious beast
charging at you at 60 km/h (37 mph)?
On average, they kill 200 hunters
every year in Africa,
more hunters than any other animal.
One of them was Claude Kleynhans.
He was hunting buffalo in South Africa
and had just shot one in a herd.
But instead of running away,
another herd member
chased Kleynhans and gored him to death.
Since they are huge,
strong and vengeful,
maybe you should avoid messing around
with Cape buffalo.
But if one is chasing you,
your best chance to survive
would be to climb up a sturdy tree
because they can easily
take down a small tree.
These exotic and beautiful creatures,
native to the tropical forests
of South Asia
and Australia,
can be up to 2 m (6.5 ft) tall.
But the main danger is
at the end of their muscular,
powerful legs.
Their razor-sharp claws
grow up to 10 cm (4 in)
and can slice any predator open
with a single kick,
including you.
And cassowaries are really bad-tempered.
Not surprisingly,
they're known as the deadliest bird
on the planet.
In most recorded attacks,
the big bird wanted food
or defended its eggs or chicks.
So don't mess with their young.
Although experts recommend
not feeding cassowaries,
if you get chased
by one of these beautiful
but ferocious birds,
giving it food could save your life.
These giants
grow up to 1.8 m (6 ft) tall
and weigh about 1,350 kg (3,000 lb).
Their horns can grow up to
50 cm (20 in) long,
and they are known as nervous
and aggressive animals.
Can you imagine that sharp,
powerful weapon
goring your skin at 55 km/h (20 mph)?
Chantal Beyer,
a 24-year-old South African student,
experienced that in 2013.
She was posing for a picture
just centimeters (inches) away
from a couple of rhinos,
and one suddenly gored her from behind.
It broke several of her ribs
and collapsed one of her lungs.
Fortunately,
after a long stay in the hospital,
she survived.
If you encounter one of these giants,
take advantage of their poor eyesight.
Usually, they can only see you
if you move.
Back away slowly,
and look for a tree
or large rock to climb.
Do not try to outrun a black rhino.
Seven species of crocodiles
are dangerous to humans.
They kill 1,000 humans every year.
But the Saltwater Croc is definitively
the champion.
These 5 m (17 ft) giants
live in India, South Asia, and Australia.
They’re opportunistic,
merciless predators
that eat almost any creature,
even sharks.
And you’re on the menu as well.
But surprisingly,
some brave people have fought them off.
Australian Craig Dickmann was fishing
when a crocodile jumped out of the water
and caught one of his arms.
He started punching the crocodile’s palate
from inside its mouth
with his trapped hand.
The beast let go then grabbed him again.
Craig did the only thing you can do
to hurt a crocodile.
He punched it in the eye
until the reptile let go.
The crocodile tore his arm,
but Dickmann got medical
attention and survived.
These enormous vegetarians
can grow up to 5m (16 ft) long
and weigh over 4.5 tons (9,900 lb).
Despite that,
they can run up to 45 km/h (28 mph).
Their massive snouts can open 180 degrees
and bite with a force of 13,810 kPas (2,000 lb/in2).
That’s twice as strong as a gorilla’s bite.
They’re extremely aggressive
and will attack almost anything
that enters their territory,
including humans.
They kill about 500 humans each year,
making them the world's deadliest mammal
living in the wild.
In 2019,
American Kristen Yaldor and her husband
were canoeing on a river safari
in Zimbabwe
when they spotted some hippos.
Suddenly,
one attacked her from underwater
and capsized their canoe.
As she fell into the water,
the beast caught her leg
in its powerful mouth
and began to pull her deeper
into the water.
But she kept her cool and began punching
and kicking the hippo's nose.
After about 45 seconds of pounding,
the hippo released her
and guides rescued her.
If you are on a safari in
sub-Saharan Africa,
avoid going into shallow water.
Why?
Because they spend 16 hours a day
submerged in the water
to keep their skin cool and moist.
But fortunately,
they can’t swim.
Oh, boy.
What a temper.
There are some really
grumpy beasts out there.
Do you know that an aggressive,
deadly spider
is hunting and replacing
the dreaded black widow?
Oh yeah.
Do you want to know which one it is
and how it could be in your home
right now?
Keep watching, here on How to Survive.