These 40+ Tiniest Animal Species Can Completely Wipe Us All Out

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To us humans, tiny animals are naturally quite cute. We just want to pick them up and put them in our pockets! But, did you know that some of the smallest animals on the planet are also the most dangerous? From poison dart frogs to blue-ringed octopuses, we've compiled a list of animal species that can completely wipe us out, despite their tiny size!

Pufferfish

The humble pufferfish is probably the cutest fish in the ocean, mostly because of how plump they are when agitated. Despite their precious, prickly appearance, the pufferfish packs a powerful poison that could take out any grown human.

So potent, in fact, that it's considered one of the most dangerous poisons in the world. But, don't worry - you're only at risk if you take a bite of one of them. Whew!

Ticks

Ticks are any dog owner's worst nightmare. They're painful for your pup, difficult to get rid of, and can go undetected for quite some time. The worst part? They're not just threatening you with Lyme disease.

Unfortunately, it gets much worse. Tick paralysis is caused by a neurotoxin that can be found in the salivary gland of these bugs, causing respiratory problems that can become highly dangerous if left untreated.

Deathstalker Scorpion

This scorpion's name is no accident - the Deathstalker scorpion is the world's most dangerous kind, with an extraordinarily painful sting that can have dire consequences if left untreated.

This scorpion is found naturally in East and Northern Africa and throughout the Middle East. If you happen to come across one in the US, just hope you don't get stung - the anti-venom might be pretty hard to come by!

Predatory Cone Snail

We don't often really think of snails as being dangerous, but then again, nature is full of surprises. When it comes to the cone snail, which has caused the demise of more than 30 humans, things take a turn for the worst.

They're a reef-dwelling species that is able to unleash a harpoon-like tooth to sting its prey. Unfortunately, there's no known cure for the venom, so try not to swim into any of these guys.