We like to think of the non-meat-eating parts of the animal kingdom as friends just waiting in the wings. For some reason, the fact that they don’t eat meat makes us think that they’re super cute creatures who would never hurt us, and often we end up giving animals a reputation for being kind that they don’t deserve. Animals that are herbivores may not eat meat, but that doesn’t mean they’re not dangerous to humans — and some of the cutest animals have nasty secrets that may make them a lot less appealing to you than you once thought.
10. Monkeys have invaded Delhi, India, and killed the deputy mayor.
What we expect:
Monkeys are known to be mostly harmless pranksters, as far as most people are concerned. They are silly and may poop, but for the most part they are not much of a nuisance. They are also fun to watch at the zoo, getting up to all sorts of pranks.
The disturbing reality:
Monkeys can attack people in areas where the population becomes too large and too close to people, and this was no more evident than in Delhi, India , where the monkeys are aggressive and cause serious problems for local residents. In Delhi, monkeys attack people and steal their food, and in 2007 they attacked the deputy mayor and killed him , throwing him off his own balcony.
9. Dolphins are considered friendly, but they are the bullies of the sea.
What we expect:
Dolphins are known for being fun and playful, and there are many reports of them helping people lost at sea. People love going to dolphin shows, and there are cute movies about them. Most people think of dolphins as friendly sea buddies who love you and just want to be your friend.
The disturbing reality:
Dolphins are generally the bullies of the sea. Dolphins have been known to attack porpoises and kill them for no reason, and commit infanticide even among their own species. To make matters worse, they have been known to capture female dolphins and keep them in a group while they perform group sex on her against her will. There was also a recent incident where a dolphin known as Nick was seen approaching children in the harbor, displaying sexual aggression , and children were warned to get out of the water to avoid it. Now, although there are few, if any, reports of dolphins killing people, they do bite trainers and children quite often while in captivity .
8. Armadillos are becoming fashionable, but they can carry Hansen's disease
What we expect:
Armadillos are found in parts of the southern United States and are starting to become a fashionable exotic pet. They are not aggressive, are cute and playful, and do not shed because they have no fur. Some people buy them from exotic animal sellers , and laws vary widely from state to state as to whether are you allowed to own them in law or not.
The disturbing reality:
Armadillos can be carriers Hansen's disease , also known as leprosy. You know, that disease from the Bible that caused people to be isolated from the general population. There are cures now, but it can still cause nerve damage and painful defeats . While this is not very common among American armadillos, it is not worth the risk. It should also be noted that Amazonian armadillos are known to be much larger carriers, accounting for nearly 50 percent.
7. Koalas are cute, but they have chlamydia
What we expect:
Koalas are basically living teddy bears, even if they're not actually bears. They look like cute stuffed animals, they only eat leaves, they're completely and utterly harmless, and they seem like they'd make a great pet... at least until you delve into the koala's biggest problem.
The disturbing reality:
Koalas are actually mostly useless since they spend almost all of their time sleeping, but on top of that, they're actually pretty rude. Koalas are infected chlamydia , a sexually transmitted disease that causes infertility and ectopic pregnancy in women. Almost 100 percent koala are sick with chlamydia, and this leads to a reduction in their population.
6. A Christmas Carol Is Fun, But Hippos Are Incredibly Dangerous
What we expect:
We've all heard the cute Christmas song about the girl who wants her own hippo hero for Christmas, and it's funny to listen to. It makes us think that hippos are funny, cute, vegetarian animals that wouldn't hurt a fly and would make great pets.
The disturbing reality:
The hippopotamus is the most dangerous animal in Africa and one of the most dangerous in the world, despite the fact that it is a herbivore. no provocation. There are theories that Tutankhamun killed a hippopotamus while hunting, and even Steve Irwin, the renowned animal expert, wouldn't mess with it hippos , if I had come close to them.
They can also quickly become invasive species, as is happening in Colombia , where Pablo Escobar's hippos have broken free. Their government is now desperate to exterminate them and bring the situation under control before an ecological catastrophe occurs.
5. Deer cause more deaths than bears, alligators, dogs and sharks combined.
What we expect:
Deer are an animal that most of us consider very peaceful and kind. We usually like to see them appear in our yard and eat fruits or leaves. Some people even try to get close to them. Many people have grown up seeing Bambi , which further increased the love for deer, and many people think that hunting them is wrong after watching the famous cartoon. .
The disturbing reality:
Deer kill more people each year than bears, alligators, dogs, and sharks combined — between 120 and 200. While most of these deaths are the result of traffic accidents, that doesn't mean deer won't attack you. . While statistics are difficult to obtain because many attacks go unreported, experts have increasingly warned people in recent years to stay away from deer and remembered that it was dangerous wild animals. A deer is basically a very large wild horse, and the males have antlers that can pierce you. They should not be approached at all, as they are still very wild and territorial creatures that may very fast kill you .
4. Elephants are becoming increasingly aggressive in the fight against poachers
What we expect:
Elephants are known for being so tame that despite their size, they were regularly featured in circuses before the cruel practice was abandoned. They are known for being fun and playful, and even sometimes think humans are cute under the right circumstances. Most people simply adore them, and of course, we have every reason to hate elephant poaching, as they are intelligent creatures.
The disturbing reality:
That being said, you should probably stay away from elephants, especially really wild ones, unless you know what you're doing. Elephants are incredibly large animals that can very easily accidentally kill you, and they've become increasingly violent in recent years to confront poachers . In response, they become more and more territorial towards strangers, although they used to be more friendly. Of course, even then they were not always friendly animals. In ancient times they were used as fighting animals, and sometimes even in executions .
3. Camels can become incredibly violent and aggressive in Australia
What we expect:
Although camels don't necessarily look cute or beautiful, most people consider them to be generally harmless and perhaps funny. They are considered the horses of the desert and are known for their ability to carry people over long distances with little water.
The disturbing reality:
Camels are actually extremely dangerous and are an invasive species in Australia, where they cause huge environmental problems. Wednesday . To them so dangerous to approach that when they are killed they are taken from a helicopter. They attack people if they get too close and can be downright vicious.
Even tame camels can be very dangerous. In one case, a camel bit off head to his master for leaving it in the sun for too long. In another case, a camel strangled its owner, and it took 25 villagers six hours to drag the camel away from the dead body. After some investigation, they concluded that the camel was angry because it was not given its daily Coca-Cola .
2. German Shepherds have a powerful bite force and are one of the most dangerous dogs.
What we expect:
German Shepherds are known to be one of the most gentle and kind of large dog breeds, and they are generally good pets in the eyes of most people. Many people try to get them as a pet because they are a popular choice for police dogs or guide dogs due to their trainability.
The disturbing reality:
Now we want to first make it clear that German Shepherds are not known for being particularly aggressive, nor are Pit Bulls for that matter, unless they are trained for that purpose. However, German Shepherds do have an incredibly strong bite force For a dog their size, they kill several people each year and rank third or fourth in that category, behind only dogs that are typically bred by dog-fighting abusers.
This doesn't mean that a German Shepherd can't make a great pet, but there are so many large dogs out there. with powerful jaws are best left to dog owners with a little more experience who also have room for a large dog to run off their energy. German Shepherds can be very trainable dogs, but they are also large, powerful animals and need to be treated with respect and skillful handling.
1. Cane Toad Can Kill Your Pets and Is Aggressive in Florida
What we expect:
Many people may find toads a bit creepy, but most consider them to be mostly harmless, even if they are a little gross, and many children enjoy playing with them. Many even try to take them home and play with them, thinking it's no big deal. Kids will be kids, of course, and since toads aren't as scary as snakes, kids who like things other than furry will definitely pick them up, and most parents aren't too worried about it.
The disturbing reality:
These parents should probably be concerned about this because toads are usually carriers salmonella and all sorts of other diseases. But what's worse, in Florida the cane toad has become invasive species, similar to a python, and can easily spread to other parts of the United States. This is especially problematic because its venom can easily kill pets and make your children very sick. In general, it is best to keep children and pets away from toads, as you never know what they might be carrying.
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