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How to survive Wild animal attack

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By Sunny deborah Published about a year ago 5 min read
How to survive Wild animal attack
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Advice for surviving assaults by wild animals According to statistics, many wild animals can be dangerous or even deadly to humans. Sharks, for example, only cause six deaths annually, despite their notorious reputation being exaggerated. Wolves, on the other hand, cause ten deaths annually, while lions kill twenty-two. Now, get ready, elephants, adorable, beautiful giants, and hippopotamuses are the reason that over 500 people die each year. Crocodiles, on the other hand, prove to be much more dangerous than sharks, we've gathered 13 ways that will save your life. If you have such an unpleasant encounter. Approximately 1,000 people die each year, The snake is the champion here. One hundred thousand people die at the teeth of this reptile.

Number Thirteen sharks. The good news is that just 20 of the 150 shark species that exist on Earth attack people; the majority of them simply don't think of you as food, because if you're not anything appetising, what good are you? The bad news is that if a shark shows interest in you, it will likely be difficult to break away from, in order to avoid drawing sharks, keep blood or urine out of the water, and since sharks can smell these from miles away, if you do encounter a shark in person, avoid turning your back on them and especially avoid trying to flee in a panic because you will appear to be prey. If you are caught, move slowly and target the eyes and gills, as these are the most sensitive areas. Twelve kangaroos: Surprisingly, a kangaroo can be dangerous to a human, but only if you cross its territory and the animal senses danger. To prevent a confrontation, cough in a short, quiet manner. The kangaroo will view this as an indication of an illness and probably won't attack you; instead, slowly retreat so that you appear smaller and less threatening. Since kangaroos are excellent jumpers, don't turn and flee; this will simply agitate the animal. It will eventually catch up with you. Lions at number eleven. Maintain eye contact and avoid turning your back or averting your gaze if you have come into contact with a lion. This will give the predator more time to attack. To make yourself appear larger, raise your arms and jack it up. If you appear large and intimidating, the animal will attempt to avoid the encounter. Speak to the lion in a loud, confident voice, make noises and make gestures that aren't typical of a victim. This will confuse the predator and make it think you're a bothersome person, so it's best to avoid.

Number 10 elephants. Elephants are intelligent and amiable creatures, but they have a reputation for attacking people. This is particularly true of female elephant mothers who feel that you pose a threat to their young. If you encounter an elephant, pay attention to their body language; if their trunk is curled and their ears are pulled back, it indicates that they will crush you. If the animal approaches, don't flee; instead, try to find something to act as a barrier between you and the elephant, such as a stone or a tree. number nine is a Rhinocerose. Because rhinoceroses have poor vision, it is simple to frighten and provoke them to attack. Because of this, it is difficult, but not impossible, to outrun them.. Additionally, hippopotamus it is easy to enrage them. If the weather is hot, avoid going into the bushes because the water level drops during a drought, causing hippos to hide in the tall grass and forcing you to leave. Instead, climb a tree rock or a steep hill and wait for the situation to pass. Bulls at number seven Contrary to popular belief, bulls react to movement rather than red or any other colour. For this reason, if a bull is charging at you, remain upright and continue to use your hat, t-shirt, or other available clothing as bait. When the animal gets close enough, toss the object as far away from you as you can, and the bull will change course.

The sixth is jellyfish. A jellyfish burn causes a persistent, bothersome aching, and some people think that urinating on the wounded area would make it go away. However, this is a myth, and washing the area with salt water right away will only make the burn worse. Next, remove the remaining jellyfish bits with a pair of tweezers or a stick. If you have antihistamine ointment, apply it on the burn. In this situation, it won't be easy to break away if you've been seized and struck in the eyes and throat of an alligator or crocodile. These animals have the strongest jaws on the globe. Breaking out won't be easy in this situation. In order to get an animal to release you, strike them in the eyes and throat, which are their most vulnerable spots. If you see the predator crawling towards you on the ground, make as much noise as you can and run in a zigzag pattern. This is the exact moment when running and screaming is the best course of action. Number 4: Snakes: Most snakes are not harmful or toxic, but people get 80 bites from them while swimming. If you encounter a crocodile, avoid making splashes or shouting because this will attract unwelcome attention. Instead, try to be as quiet as you can and swim away. Snakes in number four If you notice a snake following you, stomp your feet to confuse it and let it go. If you have been bitten, don't try to suck the poison out of the wound like they do in the movies; instead, wash the bite with running water, apply a tourniquet and call emergency number three bears. Most snakes are neither dangerous nor poisonous, and people get 80 bites trying to catch this reptile. Although bear attacks on humans are uncommon, they can still occur if you are in the wrong position at the wrong time, so you should be aware of a few behavioural guidelines. Avoid running since it will make you appear like a wild animal or prey. will, at the very least, follow you out of instinct. If you believe that you cannot run a bear, forget it. Bears can reach speeds of up to thirty miles per hour. They can fall to the ground and curl into a ball. Keep your hands over your neck and act as though you are dead. This will make the bear think you are no longer a threat. The bear may throw you around for a while, but don't freak out if it leaves you alone. These intelligent animals frequently wait around and observe their prey.

The second-ranking gorillas are known as the "kings of the jungle" for good cause; they are leaders who defend their territory and family and will not harm you if you behave well. Obediently lower yourself to appear less imposing and avoid towering over the gorilla. Attempt to whisper and refrain from direct eye contact to mitigate the risk of an attack or approach. Curl into a ball, as gorillas are inherently proud creatures and typically do not assault the weak and defenceless. Regarding Bee’s, which is number one, they will fiercely defend their hive and can sting even if you merely pass by. Dark colours attract their attention; thus, wearing a black t-shirt significantly increases the likelihood of being stung. If a hive or several bees pursue you, seek refuge in a dimly lit area, as insufficient lighting will disorient the insects. We hope you never encounter such situations. We hope you You will be able to defend yourself in the wild now, and never have to flee from our rhinoceros, swim away from a crocodile, or encounter a hungry lion.

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