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Test your knowledge of the world's deadliest serpents and arachnids. From the lightning-fast black mamba to the stealthy inland taipan, and from the notorious black widow to Australia's fearsome funnel-web spider, discover what makes these creatures so deadly and how to identify them in the wild.
20 questionsDive into the treacherous waters where some of nature's deadliest creatures lurk beneath the surface. From the almost invisible box jellyfish that can kill in minutes to the stonefish that looks like a rock but delivers excruciating pain, explore the dangers that make tropical waters so deadly.
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Venture into forests and fields where innocent-looking plants and fungi hide lethal secrets. From the death cap mushroom that has killed emperors to the beautiful but deadly oleander, learn to identify nature's silent killers before it's too late.
20 questionsBeyond snakes and spiders, the land harbors other deadly creatures. Discover the lethal beauty of poison dart frogs, the surprising venom of the platypus, the toxic bite of the slow loris, and the desert-dwelling Gila monster. Nature's deadliest come in unexpected packages.
20 questionsWhen the unthinkable happens and you encounter a venomous creature, knowing what to do can mean the difference between life and death. Test your survival knowledge on first aid, antivenoms, myths that could kill you, and the critical golden hours after envenomation.
20 questionsThe gympie-gympie plant of Australia causes extreme pain from its stinging hairs. What is it sometimes called?
The friendly fern
The suicide plant
The tickle bush
The happy herb
Which of these are true about poison dart frogs in captivity? (Select all that apply)
They lose their toxicity over time
They become toxic if fed wild insects
They are always deadly regardless of diet
They cannot survive without toxic food
Which of these common garden plants are poisonous? (Select all that apply)
Oleander
Rhododendron
Daffodil bulbs
Sunflower seeds