Friday, August 27, 2010

Dangerous Australian Wildlife - How to avoid Trouble

Australia is known for its unique flora and fauna notes. Everyone loves koalas and kangaroos. Unfortunately, there are other ways that can really hurt or even kill. I do not want to scare the contrary! You know what to find there, and it will be right.

Crocodiles, box jellyfish (Sea Wasp) and Stonefish

Australia, beautiful beaches and coastal areas occupy some of the most dangerous animals in Australia.


The box jellyfish or Sea Wasp Causesmore deaths than snakes, sharks and saltwater crocodiles together. E 'abundant along the northern coast of tropical Australian summer. Sea wasps fire poison extremely powerful when it comes into contact with them.

Or estuarine crocodiles, saltwater crocodiles live in rivers and freshwater marshes along the northern coast of Australia. Salted grow up to 5 m, some examples are a bit 'bigger. Have powerful jaws that do not have the chance to escape, one isSeized. Salt is the world's largest reptiles. They are protected in Australia.
The stonefish is the mountain goat are found among the rocks in shallow water at the beaches and islands north of the Tropic. His venomous spines release a toxin that causes severe pain and shock.

How to avoid trouble and first aid

Follow the signs that warn saltwater crocodiles and Box Jellyfish rivers and beaches.
Wear shows during walking in waterrocky beaches and coral islands.
Vinegar inactivates the stinging cells of jellyfish Box and must be poured over the tentacles, before you remove a victim.
Bath area razor Stonefish stings in hot water to reduce pain.

Transport to a hospital as quickly as possible. Antidote for Box Jellyfish and stone fish is available.

Australian snakes and spiders

Snakes and spiders are found throughout Australia, in cities andthe Outback. There are some types of snakes are the most poisonous in the world. If the sentiment captured snakes and spiders do not attack "people. Leave them alone and do not give you.

How to prevent snake bites?

Most snake bites occur because of stupid behavior. Do not provoke, not groped to capture or kill a snake.
Socks and shoes when walking in tall grass.
Do not lift heavy stones and dead wood.
If you see a snake, stamping their feet, and can beCrawl away.

First aid for snake bite

Do not cut the wound, do not wash either.
Do not put ice on the wound.
Immediately apply a pressure immobilisation body like you to treat a sprained ankle. The bandage slows the movement of the poison. But do not over tighten. The EU must not interrupt the flow of blood, and should remain in force until a doctor takes care of the victims.

First aid for spider bites

Spider bites big spiders blacks should be treated asFunnel web bites. Apply a pressure immobilisation bandage. Consult your doctor as soon as possible. Antidote is available.

Redback spider bites are painful. Apply an ice pack to relieve pain. Antidote is only given if the pain is and / or develop symptoms such as headache and nausea.

Now that you know, wild animals are a bit 'on the dangerous Australian, feels more prepared? I really hope so. Please do not forget the risk of a breach in a carAccident is much higher than its animal wounded by an Australian. Careful, but not too many worries.

Enjoy the unique fauna of Australia.

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