7 Terrifying Animals You Shouldn't Fear

Often appearances are deceiving. After all, sometimes creatures that are cute at first glance can harm a person, and those that cause horror can turn out to be completely harmless. The main thing that everyone should remember is not to disturb our smaller brothers, even if you are sure that the situation is under control.

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1. Giant shark. The impressive size (up to 10 m) and the giant mouth of the creature inspire horror. However, the giant is absolutely indifferent to man. Divers without much risk can approach the animal while it continues on its way without noticing the "retinue". Note: The basking shark keeps its mouth open while hunting plankton. It is also worth noting that the animal does not swallow water, but filters it through the gills. (Greg Skomal / NOAA Fisheries Service)

2. Gangetic gharial. The long jaw with a huge number of teeth (about 100) frightens. But this animal feeds exclusively on fish and does not attack people; on the contrary, it lives side by side with fishermen and farmers. The creature rarely comes out of the water, mostly only to lay eggs. The species is on the verge of extinction. (mliu92)

3. Milk snake. The reptile is non-poisonous and does not pose a particular danger. However, the appearance of the milk snake is very similar to the coral snake, whose bite is deadly. (Bree McGhee)

4. Frin. This spider lacks both venom and spider glands; they are shy and do not pose a danger to human life. (Geoff Gallice)

5. Giant African centipede. The impressive size of the creature (up to 38.5 cm) is terrifying. However, a representative of this species is not dangerous to human life. He is even kept as a pet. (Leonora Enking)

6. Naked digger. The appearance of the rodent causes only disgust. The creature is blind and spends most of its life underground. Note: The naked mole rat is the longest-lived rodent; his skin is insensitive to thermal and chemical burns. (Smithsonian's National Zoo)

7. Manta. The impressive size of the creature and the wide mouth are very frightening. But the slope is not dangerous. His main occupation in life is the search for plankton. (wplynn)