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India is one of the most diverse countries on the planet. Home to 1.3 billion people, it is also the natural habitat of thousands of different species. In fact, you may be surprised to learn just how many scary animals are from India. With miles of dense jungles, expansive rivers, and huge areas of untouched terrains, India's the perfect host for animals that range from cute and cuddly to totally deadly.
The dangerous creatures from India should be avoided at all costs. They not only look fearsome but are capable of causing a huge amount of pain for anyone unfortunate enough to cross their paths. In many cases, these animals kill to protect themselves so if you do encounter them in the wild, don't provoke them.
Despite being known for living in locations such as China and Japan, the Asian giant hornet can also be found throughout most of India. It makes its home in the jungles and forests of the country and has developed a reputation for ferocity thanks to its ability to wipe out entire colonies of bees or other insects in minutes. While they tend to avoid human contact, they are still treacherous. Anyone who has been stung with their toxic venom can die if treatment isn't administered. The poison is corrosive enough to melt human flesh.
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The Indian Red Scorpion Is One Of The Most Deadly In The World
Found throughout India as well as Nepal, Pakistan, and other surrounding areas, the Indian red scorpion is a deadly creature that is one of the most dangerous in the world. Even though it is a relatively tiny member of the scorpion family, at just an inch long, it contains a hugely potent toxin. If it stings a person, a huge range of symptoms can occur. It causes severe pain, convulsions, heart attacks, breathlessness, and extreme vomiting. The red scorpion's sting can be fatal if not treated immediately and studies suggest that up to 40% of those who are stung will die as a result.
The common krait is one of the four deadliest snakes in India and it's responsible for many human attacks. The krait is usually only problematic at night when it hunts or when it is startled. The snake has powerful venom but a relatively painless bite, meaning that those who are attacked won't often seek immediate medical attention. This can prove to be a fatal mistake as the snake is capable of killing an adult in just a few hours. The neurotoxins paralyze muscles and can lead to suffocation as the abdomen cramps and the lungs shut down.
The king cobra is arguably one of the most recognizable and scary snakes in the world. Despite the fact that it does not have the most powerful venom in India, it continues to have a vicious reputation largely due to exaggerated stories about its aggression. Capable of growing up to almost 20 feet in length, with the ability to rear up to display its huge fangs, the king cobra can be a dreadful image to anyone.
There are two particularly dangerous types of crocodiles that make India their home. These are the mugger crocodile and the saltwater crocodile, which can grow to 14 feet and 23 feet respectively. Both tend to avoid heavily populated areas. They prefer an isolated environment where they can avoid threats like poachers. Occasionally, the crocodiles end up in villages or small towns where they can be incredibly dangerous. Because of their speed and powerful bite, an encounter with the giant reptile would almost certainly be fatal.
Over the past few decades, the Bengal tiger has seen its natural environment shrink beyond recognition. As its habitat is destroyed, the big cat has become increasingly aggressive with humans. With some 2,500 tigers still living wild in the country, there's plenty of opportunity for attack. Most victims are unsuspecting fools who mistakenly enter tiger lands. As one of the biggest cats to have lived on the planet, with huge claws and teeth, the Bengal tiger is able to maul a person to death in a smattering of moments.
