Reading Elage)s sh ae)th ste) Look at the title of the article and the pictures. What do you think is the most dangerous place? Australia is home to some of the most dangerous creatures on earth. The Australian taipan, for example, is the most poisonous snake in thew, world. Its venom is strong enough to kill 100 adults with just one bite. Certain sea creatures are as deadly as those on land. Great white sharks are famous all over the world. Did you know they have around 3,000 teeth? But sharks actually kill very few people. In fact, Australian wild dogs kill more people each year than great whites have killed in 100 years! The most violent sea creatures are saltwater crocodiles. Some of them are 7 meters (23 feet) long, extremely strong, and very ugly. Although human meat is not their favorite, they attack anything—including sharks. They sleep and swim on the ocean floor, so are ult to see until it’s too late! They don't swallow people, but they can break them in half. Despite this, saltwater crocodiles are a protected species in Australia. ° If you kill one, you will be in trouble. On the other hand, they can ~ kill you without getting into any trouble! The most deadly Australian creature of all is the box jellyfish. Its poisonous tentacles can be 3 meters (10 feet) long. Their fatal sting feels like a powerful electric shock. Your heart stops beating after only three minutes. Box jellyfish have killed more people in Australia than snakes, sharks, and saltwater crocodiles combined. Enjoy Australia, but remember to be careful!