World’s Seven Deadliest Mammals (2024)

Feb 23, 2023

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7. Bears (Family Ursidae)​

Although often perceived as cute and clumsy creatures, bears possess surprising speed and a formidable appetite. While their diet typically consists of ants, bees, and grubs, they have been known to indulge in more delicate fare such as the dainty dogtooth violet.

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6. Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius)​

With a name originating from the Greek word for 'river horse,' hippos have been recognized since ancient times. Reports suggest that each year, the number of human fatalities resulting from hippo attacks can vary from 500 to a staggering 3000.

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5. Tigers

Renowned for their immense power and fierce demeanor, tigers are the largest of the cat family. These magnificent creatures are frequently featured in folklore for their predatory prowess and fearsome reputation.

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4. Horses (Equus caballus)

Although horses are seen as a partner and friend of humans, with some even calling them the ‘proudest conquest of man,’ it kills roughly 100 people in the US each year.

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3. Deer (Order Artiodactyla)

Native to all continents except Antarctica, deers are known for having two hooves on each foot. They cause automobile accidents on roads resulting in millions of dollars of damage and about 200 deaths.

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2. Elephants (Family Elephantidae)

The mighty giants of the land, known for their elongated trunks and colossal heads, roam the vast grasslands of the world. However, despite their gentle demeanor, these majestic creatures have been known to raid nearby villages, causing approximately 500 fatalities annually.

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1. Human beings

Unsurprisingly, humans topped the list with 526,000 annual deaths from armed violence and 55,000 from war and terrorism.

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