Never come between a mother bear and her cubs. She will violently maul you until you are no longer a threat. Even if you're fortunate enough to survive her attack, you will likely leave with… More →
Animal Attacks
Get too close to their young, invade their home, or burst their personal bubble, and you give a wild animal reason to attack. Though most wild animals aren't looking for trouble, they will attack anyone they view as a threat. And in a fight, they usually have the advantage. Hear stories of people who survived wild brawls in this action-packed series.
You may think you're safe from a shark attack if you stay out of the ocean...but you're not! There's a shark that can lurk in rivers as well as the sea; a shark known for beginning its attack More →
In many national parks, hikers are at risk of becoming the victims of a hit-and-run. More threatening than the bear, the moose will attack if they get too close. It will grunt, stomp its… More →
Trespassing in mountain lion habitat is a dangerous idea. Mountain lions do not share their territory, and they will not hesitate to stalk, pounce, and bite to defend it. Read about people… More →
Rats steal food, destroy property, and spread disease. However, their worst offense is attempted murder. In some parts of the world, monster-size rats are ready to attack. Read some… More →
Sometimes danger creeps at your feet, especially in the case of snakes. Many are completely harmless, but others can deliver a lethal bite or suffocating squeeze. Once a slithering serpent… More →
Tigers retract their claws but never their fury. Surprise them when they are eating or sleeping, and you'll likely become the meal and be put to sleep permanently! When it comes to the orange More →
Dogs may be man's best friends. However, you shouldn't try to befriend dingoes. Once these wild dogs lose their fear of humans, they can become savage attackers. They will snarl and bite to… More →