Incredible facts

Want to visit Australia? With the list provided, we will not dissuade you, but, at a minimum, we will warn you about dangers, which may lie in wait on the green continent.

Australia is known for its scorching sun, amazing beaches and surfers, making it easy for people to forget about sharks, spiders, various insects and octopuses, which can be extremely dangerous to humans.

Australia is home to the most dangerous creatures on our planet.

Shark attack

It is in Australia that shark attacks on people are most common.

Coasts of Queensland and New South Walesrecognized as the most dangerous, because the most large population white sharks During the hot season, these marine predators become the most aggressive.

Over the past 300 years, 572 attacks and 153 deaths have been recorded.

The danger of scolopendra

On the green continent you can encounter poisonous centipedes.

The largest scolopendras of yellow, purple and red colors live here. They can reach a length 30 cm. A bite from an Australian scolopendra in a healthy adult causes severe swelling.

Known even death from a centipede bite in the Philippines, where the victim was a seven-year-old child who was bitten on the head by a centipede.

Danger of Spiders

The green continent is also inhabited by poisonous spiders, which are known for their uniqueness.

The most famous and dangerous of them is the Sydney leucoweb spider, found in the city of Sydney, the Australian state of Queensland and Fraser Island.

Several registered deaths among children bitten by this most dangerous spider in the world. True, it can kill a person I only male, whereas the female of this species of spider is not capable of causing significant harm to humans.

Poisonous octopus

The blue-ringed octopus, found in Australia, is one of the the most dangerous animals in the world. Moreover, it is found in coastal waters (including on the beaches). The annual number of victims from bites of this species of octopus is several people.

As a rule, people are unaware of the danger this cute animal poses. The bite of this octopus looks like small cut therefore, doctors often do not even understand what is the cause of a person’s illness.

Poisonous snakes

Australia is home to about 100 species of snakes, with 9 from below poisonous. Of these 9 poisonous reptiles, the most poisonous snake on the planet is ferocious snake(land taipan).

During the winter, most snakes hibernate, but not Australian snakes who continue to be aggressive.

Dangerous ticks

On the eastern coast of the green continent you can find both non-poisonous ticks and the dangerous poisonous tick - bush (paralytic) tick. Over the last century, people have died from the bites of this insect. 25 people.

In order to get on the victim, these mites climb onto the leaves of plants and wait for their owner.

Dangerous crocodiles

There are two species of crocodiles in Australia: fresh and salty(nautical). Crocodiles have a fairly wide diet, but their main product is meat.

It should be noted that every year worldwide dies about 2,500 people due to attack by crocodiles.

Mosquito bite

Australian mosquitoes are carriers of four diseases, which have killed about 20,000 people. When mosquitoes bite, they can infect humans with a deadly disease through their saliva.

Undoubtedly, Australia is one of the most beautiful countries. The Internet is replete with photographs of the mainland state, delightful among typical tourists who are willing to come and admire the exotic places of a mysterious country washed by the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Stunning landscapes, beaches shimmering with all the colors of the rainbow, the ocean coast and unusual animals - what is not heaven on Earth? However back side This country is full of dangers that await a person at every step. Residents of Australia know which places to avoid and how to behave in case of an emergency, but an inexperienced tourist can pay for carelessness with health or even life.

10. Crocodiles

The saltwater crocodile is the largest coastal predator in the country, and throughout the world. He feels quite comfortable near the tourist Australian coasts. If a person encounters this reptile, it will be impossible to avoid death - with a mass that sometimes reaches 2 tons and a height of about 7 meters, the crocodile is still very agile and fast. According to statistics, about 40 people die every year from the teeth of a saltwater crocodile in Australia. It is suspected that these predators killed about a thousand Japanese soldiers during World War II.

9. Spiders

Most poisonous spiders lives in Australia. They amaze not only with their large sizes and beautiful appearance, but also dangerous bites. Spiders like the Black Widow and Atrax Robustus can even be found at home, when you, for example, have dinner with your Australian friends. You can recognize a black widow by the red spot on its back. Its bite can cause lifelong mental deterioration if an antidote is not injected within an hour after the bite. And Atrax Robustus can even kill a person.

8. Pythons

Snakes are everywhere in Australia. They crawl along beaches, forests, climb into human houses and even into cars. It is worth saying that Australian pythons do not attack humans unless absolutely necessary, unless for the purpose of self-defense. But an ordinary tourist who goes into the toilet and sees a snake crawling out of the drain may try to defend himself from shock or scream, which will scare the python. The snake, in turn, will definitely attack because it will decide that you are going to kill it.

7. Marbled snail

These huge snails seem very cute and completely harmless to humans. However, in reality it is one of the most poisonous predators in Australia. During the day, the marbled snail sleeps, burrowing into the sand. But at night she goes hunting. These snails love to eat fish. Using poison secreted from their teeth, they paralyze their prey and immediately swallow it. A person who is walking along the coast late in the evening or at the same time swimming in the ocean may want to pet a snail. The aggressive mollusk will immediately attack in response, and if an antidote is not administered in the coming hours, the bite may result in death for the tourist.

6. Dingo dogs

The history of this dog's life alongside Australians is very interesting and controversial. They say that Dingoes used to be pets, but later went wild. Australians of past centuries, in order to save their household from attacks by these dogs, decided to build a fence that was equal to one third of the Chinese Wall. Even now you can see the surviving fragments of this fence built by farmers. Dingoes travel in packs, and a person who encounters such a crowd of dogs can get into serious trouble.

5. Swarms of soft beetles

When these huge beetles gather in a gigantic cluster, an unprepared tourist can simply get a shock, because the spectacle looks simply terrifying. Thousands of huge beetles crawling around are a common phenomenon for residents of Australia, but not for visitors to the country. These beetles are predators; most often they attack smaller insects. However, if at least one such beetle grabs your leg or arm, then in addition to shock you will experience severe pain and you will hardly be able to unclench his tenacious jaws. Imagine what will happen if several representatives from a swarm of soft-bodied animals try to bite you at once.

4. Giant earthworms and centipedes

At first glance at such worms, you can easily confuse them with snakes. These are such huge worms that their length reaches 3 or even 4 meters. They are absolutely harmless to humans, but they look truly terrifying. A tourist out of shock may try to kill such a creature, but under no circumstances should this be done - these huge earthworms are carefully protected by the state. The Australian centipede or scolopendra can be poisonous to humans if it is frightened by it. The tropics of Australia are home to giant centipedes, whose bite can be fatal.

3. Sharks

Shark fins are sometimes visible to the naked eye right from the beach. Australian newspapers and magazines report on attacks by these huge predators every day. Thousands of residents and tourists die from their teeth every year. Recreation in certain areas is considered extreme due to the fact that sharks swim very close to the shore. And in Lately These huge fish even began to move into rivers. To increase circulation, some publications write that sharks specifically hunt people and swim ashore, but this is just a newspaper duck - sharks prefer to eat more small fish and mammals.

2. Blue-ringed octopus

This octopus is distinguished by its rather small size and beautiful coloring in the form of blue rings. Local residents call them “small and remote.” These octopuses are very aggressive, it is advisable to avoid them. If a curious person approaches to take a closer look at the unusual color, the animal, which has a very aggressive character, will certainly attack. The venom of one such small octopus can kill up to 30 adult men.

1. Ticks

Many tourists, having traveled extensively throughout all European and Asian countries, decide to travel globally. For example, visit another continent. And most often, many people choose Australia. After all, this is truly an amazing country. The lives of people there are closely intertwined with nature. But you shouldn’t immediately rush out and run to buy tickets for the first flight to Australia. It is better to first study some of the intricacies of a given country, which can significantly affect your desire to go there.

Since Australia has a rich nature and rich animal world, then this will be the main unpleasant moment. A large number of unpleasant to look at and very dangerous insects, can scare even an experienced tourist. Also in Australia there is a wide variety of wild and extremely dangerous animals, meeting with which can end very sadly.

Crocodiles

Australia is home to the largest and most dangerous species of crocodiles. Moreover, the main danger comes from their habitats. They very often settle near large coastal tourist areas. Therefore, when vacationing in Australia, a tourist must always be on the alert.

Spiders

Australia is considered to be the leader among all countries in the largest number of poisonous spiders. Meeting with many types of these unpleasant creatures, in most cases can end very sadly. Moreover, you can run into spiders almost everywhere; you are not protected from this even in your own home.

Snakes

There are a lot of snakes in Australia. They crawl everywhere, just like spiders. But pythons are considered a particularly dangerous species. Such a snake can easily swallow a person without choking.

Marbled snail

In Australia, even in the water you will not be safe. Marbled snails may lie in wait for you there. If at first glance they may seem harmless and very beautiful, then upon contact with it, you may be stung by the most poisonous and ruthless aquatic predator. The bite of the marbled snail is very painful, and if the antidote is not administered in time, the person may die.

Sharks

In addition to poisonous snails, there are also villages waiting for you in the water, who very much want to feast on you. You shouldn't swim too far from the shore.

In addition to the presented reasons not to visit Australia, there are many others that are no less dangerous for tourists. It’s better to think several times before buying plane tickets to this continent.

Australia is one of the most remote countries in the world, but at the same time one of the most popular, especially among backpackers, and for good reason. Australia has something to offer even the most seasoned traveler. Here are 10 reasons why travelers come to Australia:

Great Barrier Reef

One of the most famous reefs in the world, famous for its abundance marine flora and fauna, as well as in demand among popular divers. When I was here I saw turtles, sharks, beautiful fish, rare fish, even pooping fish (it looks as weird as it sounds). It is very beautiful there, simply unforgettable. You'll see it once and never forget it - I promise. I think this is reason enough to visit the Great Barrier Reef and swim there for a day or two with scuba gear. Because Most people dive in Cairns, I advise you to go diving in Port Douglas, it’s also beautiful underwater, and there are significantly fewer tourists.

Sydney

This city is famous for its opera house, a harbour, a beautiful bridge, magnificent parks, delicious cuisine, a wide range of free entertainment and waves so popular with surfers from all over the world. In Sydney you can have a great rest and enjoy the sunny weather. In Darling Harbor you will find many good and cozy restaurants, and the Chinese Garden of Friendship is a real paradise for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Uluru

I wouldn’t believe it if someone told me that an oval mountain stretching for 8 kilometers could be a breathtaking sight, but it’s a fact! The wind did a good job on its shape - it seems as if the sand dunes are floating in soft waves on the surface of this mountain. The iron contained in the rock reflects the orange and red rays of light, turning the mountain into a morning and evening time in more than worthy of attention spectacle. You can climb Uluru if you wish, but be aware that it is a sacred site for the Aboriginal people. It's strange that they even allow tourists to climb it. You can take a tour to the mountain in the nearby town of Alice Springs.

B-B-Q

Australians do a lot of things well, and their barbecue is, perhaps, unrivaled. In Australia, barbecuing is a whole tradition; they have at least 3 barbecue pits in every park. I believe nothing will make you fall in love with Australia more than a warm night, a couple of bottles of excellent beer and a well-cooked kangaroo kebabs.

Wine

Australia is famous for its wine regions: MargaretRiver near Perth, BarossaValley near Adelaide and HunterValley near Sydney. If you love wine, don’t miss the chance to try Australian winemaking masterpieces; I would personally recommend Australian Shiraz (Syrah) and Pinot Noir. You can buy a day tour to any of the wine regions near major cities or just buy wine in special store and head to the park for a barbecue.

Western Australia

If you are in doubt whether it is worth going to Australia, and if so, then where, start your trip from Western Australia. This is rightfully my favorite part of the country. It’s very beautiful here, kilometers of white sandy beaches, where there is practically no soul, stretch to the very horizon. The eastern part of the country is the complete opposite of this, it is all built up and always full of tourists. National Park Karijini National Park easily rivals the famous Kakadu and Litchfield. And Coral Bay and the Ningaloo Reef are even better than Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef.

Perth

Sydney and Melbourne are the most popular cities in Australia, but the city of Perth is not far behind these favorites. Here you'll find beautiful beaches, one of the world's largest urban parks, surfing and the best Australian beer (LittleCreatures) in the nearby town of Fremantle. Perth is a city of young people, there are a lot of them here, perhaps that is why the city has such lively energy.

Surfing

Although surfing was not invented in Australia, this country could rightfully be considered the mother of surfing, it has become so ingrained in the local culture. Best surfing, of course, on the east coast, which is why it is so popular. There are a million places where you can catch a good wave. You can head straight to Sydney to places like Bondi Beach, but in my opinion the best place to catch waves is in Queensland. I personally think Noosa is one of the best places for surfing, because here you will find waves for both beginners and professionals.

Beautiful beaches

A country whose coastline is 50,000 kilometers has no chance of being left without beautiful beaches. On the east coast, the beaches are filled with vacationers, while the west coast is almost empty. In any case, there is always a good place for you on the beach. My favorites are CoralBay, CableBeach, Noosa, Manly, and any beach in Perth.

Dense jungle

One day I will stop traveling and settle down in some tropical place with a dense jungle like this. Perhaps this place will be Queensland. One of the oldest grows here tropical forests in the world (along the way, he even found dinosaurs). Lots of great places to hike wild nature and beautiful birds (you need to watch out for crocodiles). Several beautiful rivers. So if you want to get away from the world, head to the north of Australia to Cape Tribulation, it will be just you, the jungle and the ocean.

Are you still asking why you should go to Australia? Are 10 reasons not enough for you? Sometimes I think I could come up with 365 reasons to visit this country (Vegemite chocolate spread wouldn't be on that list!). But we are drawn to the country only for some specific reasons, the above 10 are the ones that pull me to Australia with frantic force. If you have your own, write about them in the comments.

Australia is the leader in the number of deadly creatures in the world. square meter territories. Every year on this continent many people die from poisons, bites, or simply being eaten by the local fauna.

Arachnophobes should not go to Australia at all. They are extremely poisonous, unprincipled, and believe that they can live anywhere. The antidote was developed only in 1981. However, even with it, the chances of survival vary greatly. In addition, this spider is very aggressive and does not take into account the size of the animal it attacks.

Another handsome man who sends to death almost everyone who touches him. This octopus is extremely beautiful, but it produces a strong nerve poison. It stops the motor parts of the central nervous system, heart and lungs. Considering that it is found in the ocean, there is practically no chance for the victim to float to the surface. Antidote for poison blue-ringed octopus still haven't been developed. Therefore, there is absolutely no need to touch with your hands everything bright and beautiful in Australia and the ocean near it.

McCoy's Taipan

Attention, the leader among poisonous ones. The poison in one serving of taipan is enough for 100 adults. Although an antidote has been developed, there is almost never time to administer it. The person bitten dies in about 5 minutes. This provided that the person was healthy and strong.

Dive and look at Coral reefs a lot of divers come. And some of them go to the hospital after meeting this fish. It looks ugly, so it’s unclear what thoughts push people to touch it. The most interesting thing is that, like puffer fish, when properly prepared, warts are eaten in sushi.

Cone

A slug in the sink never causes a feeling of danger in our person. If we are talking about a garden snail, then everything is correct. But in Australia, mollusks of the cone family take revenge on people for all the crushed slugs. They attack the victim with a special spike (harpoon), through which poison is injected. If a person is not taken to the hospital on time, then the chances of survival tend to zero. Therefore, collecting these shells for beads is highly not recommended.

This beautiful spider small sizes sent many people to the next world. If you meet him in the house, it’s better to burn everything and run away (just kidding). The poison causes problems with the central nervous system and provokes severe pain throughout the body. An antidote exists, but it does not relieve pain. The antidote only prevents death.