Only In Australia: 10 Creepy Animals You Can Find Here
Only In Australia: 10 Creepy Animals You Can Find Here
Crocodiles Creatures of the Outback
Picture a place where danger hides in plain sight... disguised as a rock. Australia’s wild side is home to some of the most bizarre and fearsome creatures, each more deadly than the last. If you're planning a trip to the land Down Under then brace yourself as you just might find yourself face-to-face with some of the most shocking and dangerous animals around.
1. Sydney Funnel-Web Spider
This spider’s venomous reputation precedes it. With fangs about 1 cm long, this is among the deadliest arachnids on the planet. Its venom acts fast, with symptoms setting in within minutes, often leading to fatal consequences if untreated. While those spiders prefer secluded areas, they can hide in garden soil or even in your shoes.
2. Blue-Ringed Octopus
Found under rocks or coral, it’s the perfect example of how something so small can pack such a deadly punch. Despite its small size, a Blue-Ringed Octopus is among the deadliest creatures in Australian waters. Those glowing blue rings are a clear warning of the poison it carries, which can quickly paralyze and cause fatal harm.
3. Eastern Brown Snake
If you’re walking in Australia, especially near dry leaves or tall grass, stay alert. The Eastern Brown Snake could be lurking nearby, blending perfectly with its surroundings—almost impossible to spot. Its camouflage, speed, and venom make it one of the continent’s most dangerous reptiles.
4. Stonefish
At first glance, a Stonefish might seem like an ordinary rock, but the deceptively harmless-looking creature hides poisonous spines capable of delivering a lethal sting. Found in shallow waters, Stonefish often stay motionless, waiting for an unfortunate footstep to trigger a dangerous defense mechanism.
5. Tasmanian Devil
The Tasmanian Devil has jaws strong enough to crush bones! Scavenging through Tasmania’s forests, it primarily feeds on carrion. With its sharp teeth and chilling screeches at night, this nocturnal creature can be intimidating. It’s best to admire the devil from a distance and avoid getting too close to its territory.
Wayne McLean ( jgritz) Taken with Nikon D100. on Wikimedia
6. Saltwater Crocodile
Australia’s largest reptile? Yes. World’s largest living crocodilian? Also yes! These crocodiles are a big threat to anyone unlucky enough to get too close. In coastal regions, Saltwater Crocodiles can reach lengths of up to 7 meters, and their powerful jaws can crush prey with unimaginable force.
Bernard DUPONT from FRANCE on Wikimedia
7. Redback Spider
Often mistaken for a harmless garden spider, the Redback Spider is far from harmless. One bite can cause severe illness and even demise if not treated quickly. Those unique red stripes on the back of this spider help it to hide in dry, sheltered spots. So, watch out and avoid the risk.
8. Box Jellyfish
This is another venomous creatures in the ocean. Box Jellyfish are found in the northern waters of Australia and are particularly dangerous during the warmer months near the shore. Their tentacles can extend up to 3 meters, and they contain toxins that can cause excruciating pain, paralysis, and even cardiac arrest.
9. Common Tiger Snake
In Australia, if you see a snake with black and yellow bands just know, it’s the Common Tiger Snake—a highly toxic and aggressive creature when provoked. It often hides in grasslands and wetlands throughout southern Australia. Like the Eastern Brown Snake, these snakes can also move quickly, which makes them a real threat.
10. Greater Bilby
While not as dangerous as some of Australia’s other creatures, the Greater Bilby is no less scary. The nighttime creatures have large ears and sharp claws. They dig for food in the desert with those knife-like claws. Even if the Bilby is threatened by introduced predators like foxes and cats, be watchful.
