Dangerous Animals
When this animal approaches you, you should speak loudly, act aggressively, and throw things at it. DO NOT run!
Black bear
This poisonous plant causes a rash for most people when it is touched. It grows as a vine on the ground and on trees.
Poison ivy
The sap from this tree is used to make a sugary and sticky liquid that people often use for breakfast.
Maple tree
This animal causes about 700,000 deaths worldwide per year, making it one of the most deadly animals. The bite rarely hurts and it is not venomous.
Mosquitoes
This plant is enjoyed by pandas and some kinds of lemurs but will cause cyanide poisoning in humans.
Bamboo
TRUE or FALSE: All black berries found in North Carolina are edible.
TRUE
This animal is found at Yellowstone National Park and is often approached by visitors because it seems harmless. However, the animal can be extremely dangerous when approached.
Bison
This is a tall, dangerous, dead plant that you should always look out for. Never set up camp under one of these.
Widow maker
This common yellow flower is completely edible. You can eat the flower, leaves, stem, and roots. The leaves and stem can be bitter and taste better when boiled.
Dandelion
If you see this animal, back away and keep your distance. A bite from this venomous animal rarely causes death but is extremely painful. The wound should be treated and you should monitor for difficulty breathing or other signs of serious illness.
Copperhead Snake
This plant has sharp hairs on its leaves. If you touch them, they inject irritants into your skin, making it itchy, red, and swollen. The plant gets its name from the stinging sensation that it causes.
Stinging nettle
This common plant is considered to be very lucky and is also edible! It can be eaten raw but tastes better when boiled.
Clover
The venom from this animal causes swelling, cramps, muscle spasms, achiness, and sickness. In rare cases, a bite may cause seizures or death. The animal prefers to live in dark, secluded places.
Black widow
These are not actually plants, but many people think they are. While some may be edible, many are very poisonous and can be easily mistaken for harmless look-alikes.
Mushrooms
You can boil the leaves collected from this tree to make a yummy tea rich in vitamin C.
Pine tree