Top 10 Most Dangerous Animals in America
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You don't want to mess with these dangerous creatures. Welcome to WatchMojo.world, and today we’re counting down the most hazardous animals, bugs, and fish in the land and territorial waters of the United States. From the depths of the ocean to the heart of the forests, America is home to some truly formidable wildlife. Our countdown of the most dangerous animals in America includes the great white shark, known for its powerful jaws and presence in coastal waters; the venomous black widow spider, whose bite can cause severe pain and health issues; and surprisingly, domestic dogs, which can sometimes be involved in serious attacks.
These creatures, along with others like the formidable grizzly bear, the stealthy mountain lion, and the elusive rattlesnake, all make the list. Whether it’s on land or in water, danger lurks in unexpected places.
What animal do you most fear? Let us know in the comments!
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You don't want to mess with these dangerous creatures. Welcome to WatchMojo.world, and today we’re counting down the most hazardous animals, bugs, and fish in the land and territorial waters of the United States. From the depths of the ocean to the heart of the forests, America is home to some truly formidable wildlife. Our countdown of the most dangerous animals in America includes the great white shark, known for its powerful jaws and presence in coastal waters; the venomous black widow spider, whose bite can cause severe pain and health issues; and surprisingly, domestic dogs, which can sometimes be involved in serious attacks.
These creatures, along with others like the formidable grizzly bear, the stealthy mountain lion, and the elusive rattlesnake, all make the list. Whether it’s on land or in water, danger lurks in unexpected places.
What animal do you most fear? Let us know in the comments!
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00:00One sting, and he was dead.
00:03Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we're counting down the most hazardous animals, bugs, and fish
00:09in the land and territorial waters of the United States.
00:13Oh gosh, this is so bad. Oh my gosh.
00:18Number 10. Sharks.
00:20After the 1975 film Jaws, the world has really been in fear of sharks, and that is understandable.
00:31The U.S. has sustained more recorded shark attacks over the centuries than any other nation in the world.
00:37Many of the vicious incidents have happened off the state of Florida, with Hawaii in second place.
00:42A lot of people can surf here their whole life and never even notice a shark.
00:45That doesn't mean that the shark's not nearby.
00:47Yet, even with all that, humans are still far more likely to be struck by lightning than be attacked by these marine animals.
00:54Between 1959 and 2010, lightning took 1,970 lives, compared to sharks with 26.
01:02So, while sharks are fearsome, they rarely fatally threaten humans.
01:06Yeah, there's just something about sharks.
01:08Number 9. Cougars.
01:10Whether we're talking mountain lions, pumas, panthers, or cougars, big cats are a threatening sight
01:15with their large teeth and claws, agile movements, and silent stalking.
01:19Like all cats, the puma has superb night vision.
01:24With these weapons in its arsenal, cougars are known to attack large prey, such as elk and deer, usually ambushing their victims.
01:31When the cougar pulls down in the winter and starts feeding off the mule deer herd,
01:35they don't know the difference between a horse and a deer. It's all food to them.
01:39And humans count as prey, even if attacks are relatively rare.
01:43In the past 100 years, there have been 126 attacks by cougars on people, 27 of which were fatal.
01:50But despite their hunting skills, they rarely attack humans.
01:54Statistically, it's more likely that you'll be killed by an accident in the bath or being hit by lightning.
02:01Cougars and other big cats are not to be messed with.
02:04Many of these unfortunate incidents have historically happened to children.
02:08Number 8. Alligators.
02:10Considering that the American alligator is third in the world for the highest bite force at 2,125 pounds per square inch,
02:18they aren't to be taken lightly.
02:20Faced with the prospect of extinction around the middle of this century because of overhunting,
02:25alligator numbers have been steadily increasing since they were officially protected in 1967.
02:31Mostly found in marshes and swamps in the southern U.S.,
02:34Florida, Louisiana, and the Carolinas are thriving locations for this reptile.
02:39So much so that since 1948, when state records began,
02:43Florida has recorded 442 unprovoked gator attacks, with 26 being fatal.
02:49With a bite three times more powerful than a lion, it's better to retreat than risk injury.
02:55Alligators often strike when a human gets too close to a body of water.
02:59Water is their element. Stealth, their method of attack.
03:03Their reptilian siblings, the American crocodile, very rarely attack people.
03:08In 2014, two Floridian swimmers were given the unfortunate honor of being the first humans to get bitten by a croc.
03:15Number 7. Bears.
03:28Bears of all kinds are animals you don't want to mess with under any circumstances.
03:33After all, they are very powerful and have one of the strongest bites in the animal kingdom.
03:37Brains and brawn have no doubt helped these robust animals survive and flourish
03:42in such a broad range of environments around the globe.
03:46In addition, bears have a vast array of adaptations and special skills to call on to assist them in their daily lives.
03:53North America is home to three bear species.
03:56The American black bear, the grizzly bear, and the polar bear.
04:00The northern states have the highest density of bears, Alaska in particular.
04:05Bears rarely attack people, but when they do, it's usually mothers protecting their young.
04:10According to the National Park Service, at another prime bear location, Yellowstone National Park,
04:15the risk of a grizzly attack is around 1 in 2.7 million visits, with 8 fatalities since 1872.
04:30Number 6. Spiders.
04:35Sometimes, the creepy crawlies of the wildlife realm are more of a threat than the big ones.
04:40When it comes to spiders, the U.S. has two species that cause big-time issues.
04:45The black widow and the brown recluse.
04:47Because of their size, people often accidentally stumble upon them,
04:51experiencing their wrath with a venom-filled bite.
04:54One of the more common ways that people get bit is they're in clothing or clutter, inside shoes.
05:01While very rare for people to perish from their venom, serious wounds and symptoms can happen,
05:07such as severe pain, vomiting, and skin ulcers.
05:10This is why medical attention is needed on suspicion of being bitten by a venomous spider.
05:15It's estimated that there are three fatalities per year from the bites,
05:19usually children or those with a compromised immune system.
05:23A bite could range from a painful blister to a more serious hospital visit.
05:27Number 5. Snakes.
05:30In a country with 22 recognized species of venomous snakes, it can be a struggle to avoid them.
05:36According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
05:39an estimated 7,000 to 8,000 people are bitten by these reptiles each year, with five perishing as a result.
05:45And one of the most potent is the rattlesnake.
05:48The eastern diamondback rattlesnake can administer significant amounts of venom through their bite.
05:53One bite will dispatch their prey.
05:55Another common attacker of people is the copperhead.
05:58With its camouflage scales and habit of striking when threatened,
06:02people tend to get bitten after accidentally disturbing them.
06:05And not even the water is safe from snakes, what with the potently venomous coral snake.
06:10So keep your eyes peeled for this triple-color threat, and remember the rhyme.
06:14Red to yellow, kill a fellow. Red to black, venom lack.
06:18Number 4. Livestock.
06:20Cows might look sweet and kind with their gentle mooing,
06:24but deep inside is there a darkness bubbling below the surface.
06:28Oh, yeah, the officer thought he had the cow cornered, but nope, the suspect was not going down without a fight.
06:35After all, they take out humans each year, albeit accidentally for the most part.
06:39Greg Nolan knows.
06:40She's a little, she can be a little bit psychotic.
06:43But he takes care of his cow, Belvia. That's in spite of her almost killing him last month.
06:48According to CDC data, between 2003 and 2008, there were 2,334 deaths on farms.
06:55Out of those, cows were either the primary or secondary cause of those lethal incidents in 108 cases.
07:01For those preferring equestrian hobbies to farming, horses can be just as dangerous.
07:06Between 1993 and 2004, horses were involved in the deaths of 43 people in New Mexico alone.
07:13Number 3. Dogs.
07:15He's aggressive towards people.
07:20He's trying to attack. He's trying to get at them.
07:22Man's best friend? Not always.
07:28Millions of people are bitten by dogs every year, with up to 13,000 needing hospitalization.
07:34According to the CDC, between 2011 and 2021, there were 468 fatal attacks by dogs, making it on average 43 per year.
07:46As for which is the most dangerous breed?
07:48According to the World Animal Foundation, which examined data from 2010 to 2021, that would be pit bull-type breeds,
07:55which include Staffordshire Bull Terrier and American Bully.
07:59Far in second place is Rottweilers.
08:01Forbes, who examined data from the Wilderness and Environmental Medicine Journal,
08:06discovered the state with the most dog fatalities was Alaska, with Idaho a distant second.
08:11Number 2. Stinging Insects.
08:14Size doesn't matter, especially when it comes to how dangerous a creature is.
08:19To defend themselves, they will, using their powerful sting.
08:23According to the CDC, between 2000 and 2017, the U.S. had 1,109 fatalities from wasp, hornet, and bee stings,
08:32with an average of 62 per year.
08:35But if you thought that was a while ago and newer data would be better, it only gets a bit worse.
08:40Hornets are intensely predatory, gorging themselves on other insects, like this praying mantis.
08:47When they examined 2011 to 2021, there were 788 fatalities, with an average of 72 per year.
08:55Of course, a couple of years ago, giant Asian hornets were the big talking point.
09:05With an incredible sting and being able to attack multiple times,
09:09it's stated that a small colony could take out a 150-pound animal.
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09:29Number 1. Deer.
09:31Deer can be found all across the United States, making them a prime target for hunters and a nightmare for drivers.
09:39According to CDC data that was analyzed in 2016, deer have taken an average of 120 human lives each year,
09:47making them one of the most dangerous mammals in the world.
09:50Deer have captured our imaginations and have found their way into our literature and legends.
09:56There have been cases in the states of deer that have taken the life of a hunter by using their sharp antlers in defense.
10:02Beyond direct attack, in 2019, Utah State University reported that there were 58,622 annual incidents involving collisions between vehicles and deer,
10:14with 440 resulting in humans perishing.
10:17So, while they look sweet, be careful on the road in the presence of the U.S.'s biggest animal danger.
10:23But as deer populations rise, researchers believe attacks are becoming more frequent.
10:29The reason we have more deer attacks on humans is because we've got record numbers of deer, record numbers of humans coming into contact,
10:36which increases the likelihood of these sorts of problems.
10:39What animal do you most fear? Let us know in the comments.
10:43Most people think of deer and you think Bambi. Well, deer can actually be very, very dangerous.
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