5 Animals That Are Cute, But Not Too Friendly

From a venomous bite of the slow loris to the aggressive instincts of the mute swan, these dangerouss animals should be admired from a distance.

By Allison Futterman
Nov 15, 2023 7:20 PMNov 15, 2023 8:18 PM
An unfriendly Tasmanian Devil in the grass
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While many animals look as ferocious as they are, such as the crocodile, lion, and hippo — there are others that you may not know are dangerous. They may appear cute, sweet, or gentle, but these five animals can be extremely aggressive and cause severe injury or even death, in some cases.

1. Are Leopard Seals Friendly?

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Leopard seals can be dangerous to humans. Although rare, attacks on humans have occurred, including one known death. Weighing up to 1,100 pounds, these enormous seals have only one natural predator: the orca whale.

Why Is a Leopard Seal Dangerous?

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