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13 Tips You Should Know To Survive Wild Animal Attacks

Many wild animals can be dangerous or even fatal for a person. If you look at the statistics, you might feel terrified sharks cause just six deaths yearly. Their infamous reputation is very exaggerated. Wolves are responsible for 10 deaths annually, lions kill 22 people a year.
Now get ready. Elephants' cute lovely giants are why more than 500 people lose their lives yearly. Hippopotamuses equal them in this scary competition. Crocodiles turn out to be much more dangerous than sharks about 1 000 deaths yearly.

But the champion here is the snake. One hundred thousand people meet their end at the teeth of this reptile. To prepare you for any situation you can find yourself in, we've gathered 13 ways to save your life if you encounter such an unpleasant encounter.

Read the article, make notes, and remember to give us thumbs up for worrying about your well-being.

1. Sharks 

The good news is that out of 150 species of sharks on earth, only 20 attack humans. Most of them don't perceive you as food. So if not something tasty, what good are you, now down to the bad news if a shark gets interested in you, it will be tough to break away.
  • To not attract sharks, prevent blood or urine from getting into the water. Sharks can smell these at a distance of several miles.
  • If you meet face to face, don't turn your back on this predator. Especially don't try to escape in a panic. You will look like prey this way. Move slowly.
  • If you have been caught, aim at the eyes and gills. These zones are the most sensitive.

2. Kangaroos

Yes, surprisingly, a kangaroo can pose a threat to a person. However, it will only happen if you enter its territory and the animal feels danger. To avoid a conflict, do the following.
  • Cough. Your coughs should be short and quiet. The kangaroo will consider it a sign of a disease and most likely won't attack you.
  • Slowly back away. This way, you will look smaller and, therefore, less dangerous.  
  • Don't turn away and run. It will only provoke the animal. Remember that kangaroos are perfect jumpers it will catch up with you in a few moments.

3. Lions

If you have encountered a lion
  • Maintain eye contact. Don't turn your back, and don't move your eyes away. It will give the predator time to attack.
  • Try to look more massive. To create such an impression, lift your arms and jacket up. The animal will try to avoid the encounter if you look big and threatening.
  • Speak to the lion in a reasonably loud and confident voice, make sounds and gesticulate. Such behavior isn't typical for a victim. This way, you will baffle the predator, so it will perceive you as an irritating presence which is better to stay away from.

 4. Elephants  

Elephants are clever and quite friendly animals, but they are known to attack people. It is especially true about female elephant mothers if they decide that you are dangerous for their babies. If you come across an elephant, pay attention to its body language. If their trunk is curled and the ears are pulled back, it means they are going to crush you. If the animal approaches, don't run.
  • Try to find something to become a barrier between you and the elephant. It can be a stone or a tree.

 5. Rhinoceroses  

Rhinoceroses have bad eyesight, that's why it is easy to frighten them and provoke them to attack. These animal speeds can reach 37 miles per hour, so it is really hard to outrun them. Hard but not impossible. The only way to escape the rhinoceros is to hide behind the tree. It is a substantial obstacle for the animal. Also, it won't follow you through the bushes or high grass.  
 

6. Hippopotamuses  

These animals seem cute, but this image is very misleading. They can be extremely dangerous. Despite their weight, hippopotamuses can run at a speed of 18.5 miles per hour. They don't have a perfect character as well angering them is easy peasy. If the weather is hot, try not to enter the bushes. The water level lowers during the drought, so the hippos hide in the high grass. To make the animals leave you alone, climb a tree, rock, or steep hill. Wait there until it goes away.

7. Bulls  

Despite the widespread opinion, bulls react to the movement, not to the red or any other color. That's why if a bull is running at you, stay straight and still. Use your hat, t-shirt, or other clothes you have at hand as bait. When the animal runs up close enough, throw the thing as far away from you as possible. The bull will change direction and follow this object.

8. Jellyfish

A jellyfish burn brings a long-lasting nagging ache. Some people believe that peeing on a damaged surface can relieve the pain. It is just an urban legend. Immediately after being burnt, wash this place with salt water. Pure water will only worsen the situation after that. Using a pair of tweezers or a stick, move the remaining parts of the jellyfish away. If you have antihistamine ointment, apply it to the place of the burn.

9. Alligators or crocodiles  

The jaws of these animals are the strongest on the planet. In this case, breaking free won't be a piece of cake. If you've been grabbed, hit the eyes. The eyes and the throat of these animals are their most sensitive areas. To make the animal let you go aim at them. If you notice that the predator is crawling toward you on the ground, making as much noise as possible.
  • Run in a zigzag. This is exactly the situation when running and shouting is the best solution. 
  • If you see a crocodile while swimming, don't create splashes. Don't shout.
  • It will draw unwanted attention. Try to be as quiet as you can and swim away.

10. Snakes  

Most snakes are neither dangerous nor poisonous. People get 80 of their bites trying to catch this reptile. If you notice that a snake is following you, stomp your feet. Vibrations will confuse the snake, and it will let you be.
  • If you have been bitten, don't try to suck the poison out from the wound as they do in the movies.
  • Better to wash the bite with running water, apply a tourniquet, and call an emergency.

11. Bears  

Bears attack people quite rarely. But it might still happen if you get in the wrong place at the wrong time. It is necessary to know several behavioral rules. Don't run. If you run, you will look like prey. A wild animal will follow you, at least out of instinct, and if you think you cannot run a bear, forget it. They can develop a speed of 30 miles per hour. Fall to the ground and curl into a ball. Use your hands to cover your neck. Pretend to be dead. This way, you won't be considered a threat any longer. The bear might toss you around for a bit. Don't panic! Play dead a bit longer, even if it leaves you alone because these smart animals often stay around and watch their prey.

12. Gorillas 

Gorillas are called the kings of the jungle. Not without reason, they are leaders who protect their families and land. They don't attack you if you behave obediently.  
  • Sit down to seem less large and not tower over the gorilla.
  • Try to whisper and avoid direct eye contact. 
  • In case of an attack or approach, curl into a ball. Gorillas are proud animals. As a rule, they won't attack the weak and defenseless.

13. Bees  

Bees will protect their hive. They can bite even if you are just walking by. Dark colors attract bees' attention. That's why if you're dressed in a black t-shirt, your chances of being stung by these insects are much higher. If a hive of bees or several are following you, hide in a dark place. A lack of proper lighting will throw the insects off your track. We hope you will never have to escape from our rhinoceros, swim away from a crocodile or meet a hungry lion. However, now you will be able to protect yourself in the wilderness. 

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Source : Bright Side