72 Dangerous Animals: Australia

72 Dangerous Animals: Australia (2014)

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Australia is full of dangerous animals – but which creature is our country's deadliest? From the Freshwater Crocodile to the Cane Toad, we're counting down to the most dangerous Aussie animal.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 19:30 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E12Unknown DangersNov. 18, 2014
S01E11Brutal BitesNov. 11, 2014
S01E10Lurking in the GrassNov. 4, 2014
S01E09Seeing RedOkt. 28, 2014
S01E08Instant DeathOkt. 21, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 72 Dangerous Animals: Australia first premiere?

72 Dangerous Animals: Australia premiered on January 5, 2014.

Which animal is known as one of Australia's most deadly species?

The Box Jellyfish is known as one of Australia's most deadly species.

In which Australian state can you find the Saltwater Crocodile?

The Saltwater Crocodile can be found in the Northern Territory of Australia.

What is the name of the snake that can be found in the Australian Outback?

The Inland Taipan, also known as the 'fierce snake', can be found in the Australian Outback.

Which sea creature is the most venomous in the world?

The Box Jellyfish is the most venomous sea creature in the world.

How fast can the Eastern Brown Snake move?

The Eastern Brown Snake can move up to 12.5mph.

Which animal has venom that can cause paralysis?

The Funnel-web Spider has venom that can cause paralysis.

What is the name of the indigenous people who have lived in Australia for thousands of years?

The indigenous people who have lived in Australia for thousands of years are called the Aboriginal Australians.

Which Australian animal is known for its distinctive laugh?

The Kookaburra is known for its distinctive laugh.

How many species of poisonous spiders can be found in Australia?

There are over 2,000 species of spiders in Australia, with around 400 of them being poisonous.

Which venomous snake is known for its diamond-shaped head?

The Diamondback Snake is known for its diamond-shaped head.

Which animal is known for its ability to camouflage itself in the Australian deserts?

The Thorny Devil is known for its ability to camouflage itself in the Australian deserts.

How long can the Great White Shark grow to be?

The Great White Shark can grow up to 23 feet long.

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