By Sakshi Sah
Published Oct 16, 2024

Hindustan Times
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5 smallest but deadliest animals on Earth

Some of the smallest animals on Earth are also the deadliest. Let’s explore these surprising creatures.

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These small creatures might look harmless, but they are incredibly dangerous.

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Poison Dart frogs are only 2 inches long, but their skin can be deadly to predators.

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The Box Jellyfish, a tiny sea creature found in Australia, has venom strong enough to kill a person in minutes.

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Often hiding in the sand, the Stonefish can release venom that causes extreme pain and can be fatal.

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About the size of a golf ball, the Blue-Ringed Octopus can cause paralysis with its bite, and there is no known antidote.

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This small, innocent-looking fish, known as the Pufferfish, has enough poison to kill 30 people, with no known cure.

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Despite their size, these animals have powerful defence mechanisms, mostly venom or poison.

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Some sting, others bite, and some release toxins through their skin.

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These deadly creatures live in various places, from oceans to rainforests and coral reefs.

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