5 Deadliest River Animals In The World
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Rivers may appear calm on the surface, but beneath those waters lurk some of the world's most dangerous creatures.
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From massive predators to stealthy ambush hunters, rivers across the globe are home to some deadly animals.
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Here is a look at the five deadliest river animals in the world.
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The saltwater crocodile is the world's largest reptile, known for fatal attacks in estuaries and rivers, especially in Indonesia and Australia.
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Hippos are large, semi-aquatic mammals known for their unpredictable aggression and territorial nature, despite being herbivores.
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The king cobra is the world's longest venomous snake. It's territorial and can deliver a lethal bite when threatened in its riverine habitats.
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Bull sharks can thrive in freshwater and are aggressive, noted for attacks in rivers.
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The green anaconda is a massive constrictor snake in the Amazon that can subdue large prey and pose a threat to humans.
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