Here’s How Australia Might Be Deceiving You

Published on 02/01/2021
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Cassowaries

We might claim that it’s safest when birds are up in the clouds, so people will hardly meet them. Yet the cassowaries – a hybrid between a turkey and an ostrich living in Australia’s rainforests – is the world’s most deadly bird that can’t move and survive among us. The cassowary will grow up to 6 feet long, sprint at 31 mph, leap up to 5 feet, and is an excellent swimmer. It will be challenging to outrun and outswim such a formidable fish.

Cassowaries

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Red-bellied black snake

The red-bellied snake in Australia is readily identifiable by its red underbelly. These creepy crawlers are present in urban areas, and they sometimes find their way inside your shoes. Let it know you’re annoyed, and he’ll show you his red stomach (a good way to show you he’s mad). Although the bite isn’t lethal, it is always unpleasant enough to have you attend the doctor.

Red-bodied Black Snake

 

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