By Sakshi Sah
Published Apr 15, 2025

Hindustan Times
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8 most dangerous animals in the world

Some animals are more deadly than they seem. Here are the creatures that cause the most human deaths.

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According to BBC, mosquitoes are responsible for 7,25,000 deaths each year due to the diseases they carry, such as malaria and dengue.

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Snakes kill around 1,38,000 humans annually with their venomous bites.

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Rabies, spread by dogs, causes 59,000 deaths every year.

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Assassin bugs spread Chagas disease, leading to an average of 10,000 deaths each year.

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Scorpion stings kill approximately 3,300 people annually.

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Crocodiles kill around 1,000 people every year.

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Elephants are responsible for about 600 human deaths annually.

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Despite their peaceful appearance, hippos kill around 500 people every year.

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