The Amazon rain forest in South America is the largest rain
forest on Earth. It covers 2.124 million sq. miles (5.5 million km²). This rain
forest contains the Amazon River, exotic animals, and majestic views. But what
you don't know that Amazon rain forest has some of the world's most dangerous
animals on the planet.
Let's get to know more about these wild beasts of the jungle, if
you dare.....
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| Top Row: army ants, electric eel Bottom Row: freshwater stingray, bull shark |
BULL SHARK: This shark has the ability to live
in saltwater areas and freshwater areas. They live
in the Amazon River. These sharks will attack humans who are swimming in the
river but the animal mistakes them for prey or are just curious. These sharks
can grow up to 7 - 11.5 feet (2.1 to 3.4 meters) and weigh up to 200 - 500
pounds (90-230 kilograms). These creatures also live in the Mississippi River
in the U.S.
ELECTRIC EEL: The electric eel can discharge electricity by
using cells called electrocytes which can release up to 600 volts. Even
though this animal looks similar to an eel it is mostly related to carp and
catfish. These animals are nearly blind so they create 10 volt charges that help
them notice their surroundings. Electric eels can grow up to 6 to 8 ft. (1.8 to
2.5 m) and weigh up to 44 pounds (20 kilograms).
FRESHWATER STINGRAY: It is very surprising to see a stingray in
the Amazon River. Like other stingrays, it has a poisonous tail that can cause
pain and even death. They can also camouflage with the riverbed.
ARMY ANTS: These ants very destructive. They don't stay in one mound;
they move continuously and set up temporary homes. A single ant bite is
equivalent to a wasp bite. Their bites can send a full grown man into shock.
They can take on any animal bigger than itself.
These are only few of the dangerous animals you will encounter
in Amazon rain forest. If you see any of these animals, it's always wise to
move slowly away from them before it’s too late!
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