Few animals instill quite the same fear as sharks. As apex predators many types of sharks are well equipped to inflict serious injury; large, fast, powerful and armed with row upon row of razor sharp teeth these fish are finely honed killing machines. … [Read more...]
The World’s Most Dangerous Scorpions
Along with spiders there are few creatures that of such small size can illicit such a degree of fear. It is probably no coincidence that they are both members of the arachnid class although the scorpions are a far older branch, going back over 400 million … [Read more...]
Most Dangerous Animals in Africa
Much of Africa could be considered fairly dangerous by western standards and to be honest, the wildlife in Africa is probably the least likely thing that will kill you. In general African animals are far more at risk from humans that visa versa. That said … [Read more...]
Most Dangerous Countries on Earth
As part of the Planet Deadly travel guide I've compiled a list of countries for the more adventurous amongst you. As virtually every country on this list is somewhere hot and sunny you can pack your trunks and a flowery shirt. You might also want to back … [Read more...]
The Deadliest Wars of the Modern Era
War seems to have been around pretty much since the dawn of humanity. Despite there not being as many people and weapons being far less efficient at killing people death tolls still managed to creep into the millions. But then in those days wars went on … [Read more...]