This Is The ONLY Venomous Primate In The World! It Can Actually UNALIVE You!

Added: 2026-05-09

[00:00:00]Number five, slow lorises. The slow loris is a small, utterly adorable, extremely rare nocturnal primate that is native to Southeast Asia and its bordering areas. It moves about slowly, hence its name, and has large innocent-looking eyes. Upon encountering one, your first instinct might be to pick it up and cradle it like a baby.

[00:00:20]But, as the world's only poisonous primate, the slow loris is far more dangerous than it looks. When threatened, it releases a toxic, foul-smelling fluid from glands in its elbows. The creature then mixes some of this fluid with its saliva and bites its intended target. Strangely enough, slow lorises have evolved to share some of the same traits as a cobra. They make hissing noises, have similar markings, venom in their elbows, and they even move like a snake. Looking like a cobra would definitely be helpful when trying to escape a predator, but it's not enough to escape humans. While some people clip the animal's teeth in order to safely keep them as pets, instead of taking away its natural defense mechanism, it's best to leave this highly endangered species to its own devices in the wild. Captivity is [music] extremely stressful for slow lorises because it prevents them from fully engaging in their natural behaviors, like nocturnalism, traveling long distances, and fulfilling their complex dietary needs. You may have seen them looking extremely cute raising their arms in videos as a reaction when people tickle them. In reality, they are feeling extremely threatened and are trying to protect themselves with their poison elbow. Many of these animals are victims of the illegal pet trade and could even fund organized crime around the world. International Animal Rescue has a pledge you can sign to raise awareness at ticklingistorture.org.

[00:01:43]Number four, moose.

[00:01:45]Moose are cute in a goofy, lovable way.

[00:01:48]>> [music] >> Many people don't associate them with danger, even though they're massive, with males reaching up to 7 ft tall at the shoulder and 10 ft long, and weighing as much as 1,500 lb. It's true that moose are not vicious by nature, but the idea that they don't attack humans is an alarmingly hazardous misconception. In Alaska, more people are injured by moose than bears. While moose often flee when threatened, there's also the possibility that they will respond combatively. Moose defend themselves by stomping, kicking, and charging, posing the obvious risk of serious injury. Things like traffic, harassment by people, dogs, and other creatures, fatigue, and hunger can trigger the animal's aggressive side.

[00:02:27]While males are more likely to act violently during breeding season, moms with young calves are especially territorial during late spring and early summer. By researching an animal and taking proper precautions, people can reduce the likelihood of a hostile encounter and protect [music] their pets as well. Knowing the signs of an impending attack and how to respond when a moose charges can be potentially life-saving, [music] along with respecting their need for space and thinking twice before feeding one or trying to take a selfie with it.

[00:02:55]Number three, raccoon.

[00:02:57]Raccoons seem as cuddly as a beloved family cat or dog with their cartoonish black masks and bushy ringed tails, but it's best to avoid these nocturnal North American cuties at all costs, and for several reasons. Raccoons are quick to bite and scratch anyone who invades their space, including humans. They also commonly carry numerous dangerous diseases, particularly rabies. Attack victims are therefore at risk of both serious injury and of being infected by a potentially lethal illness. This is why it's so important to vaccinate pets against rabies and for both people and pets to immediately receive medical care if they come into contact with a raccoon. Besides being hazardous to living beings, raccoons can also cause major damage to the interiors and exteriors of homes and other structures.

[00:03:42]Because they become semi-reliant on humans for food and tend to seek shelter as winter approaches, they often live in close proximity to people and sometimes even try to enter their homes. To keep raccoons away, you can take common sense precautions like keeping outdoor garbage cans tightly sealed, securing chimneys, vents, windows, and all other potential ports of entry into the home, and keeping gardens and compost piles away from the house. And above all, people should always call a professional to deal with these unwanted visitors and should never try to handle a raccoon on their own. Number two, leopard seal. The leopard seal is a much favored sight among cruise goers. It's easy to see why people look forward to catching a glimpse of these seemingly angelic ocean puppy-like creatures. In reality, the woefully misunderstood leopard seal is both a vital component to Antarctic ecosystems and one of the region's most hellacious predators. It's also the world's third largest seal species with females who are larger than males weighing up to 1,300 lb and measuring up to 10 ft long. Leopard seals don't play well with others, period. They hunt alone and minus the exception of breeding season, they're typically only seen with one or two other seals.

[00:04:52]Besides highly valuing their precious solitude, leopard seals have an exceptionally nasty disposition. In 2003, a 28-year-old marine biologist's life was cut short at the hands of a leopard seal. The animal pulled Kirsty Brown, who was with the British Antarctic Survey, underwater while she snorkeled off the Antarctic Peninsula.

[00:05:12]Her colleagues tried to save her, but it was too late. Scientists don't know why the seal attacked Brown and are unsure whether it intended to gravely harm her.

[00:05:22]Interactions between leopard seals and humans are admittedly varied and sometimes peaceful, but would you take your chances knowing what they're capable of? I sure wouldn't. Number one, swans.

[00:05:34]Swans may not exactly be cute, but they are visually appealing and elegant and are widely admired for their beauty and gracefulness. But these lovely birds, who have very few natural predators, are not as docile as they seem. Swans are very powerful, weighing up to 33 lb and with wingspans measuring between 6.6 and 11 and 1/2 ft long. They are also extremely territorial and are known to become aggressive towards humans who get too close for comfort, especially if they have cygnets or baby swans to protect. Ornithologist, they appropriately named Dr. David Bird's wife, Tony, learned this the hard way as a teenager. While relaxing on a raft in a lake in Switzerland, she failed to hear people's frantic warnings of nearby angry mama swan and her youngsters. When she noticed the family, she slipped into the water and used her raft as a makeshift barrier between herself and the birds as she paddled through the deep water to get away from them. She narrowly avoided a physical encounter and luckily emerged from the situation unscathed. But things could have turned out much worse. Swans can advance toward their target very quickly and they typically attack by biting or even trying to drown their opponent. They're equipped to defend against predators like raccoons and foxes and are quite capable of seriously injuring humans. A few people have even been killed in freak accidents with swans. The good news is that swans generally only attack humans who pose a perceived threat to them and or their babies. In other words, by keeping a safe distance, you will probably avoid any unwanted contact.