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Jellyfish. Most tourists are well aware of the danger posed by snakes, but fewer may realize that jellyfish can prove just as deadly. Found in the waters surrounding Australia, jellyfish present quite the hazard to unsuspecting swimmers. Especially in the case of predators like the box jellyfish. Inhabiting the warmer waters like those of North Queensland, the box jellyfish is capable of delivering a sting which can kill a human being within two minutes. Although fatalities are relatively rare, there have still been dozens reported over the past century.

Kangaroos. As one of the two animals (alongside the emu) depicted on the Australian Coat of Arms, the kangaroo holds a special place in Australian culture. Kangaroos are so numerous in Australia, that they actually outnumber human beings. If you are in more rural parts of the country, it is not at all uncommon to spot a kangaroo in the wild, even wandering into your own backyard. It is also possible to see kangaroos in zoos and wildlife preserves. One of my favorite childhood memories is hand-feeding dozens of kangaroos in a large wildlife reserve. The babies (known as “joeys”) are particularly cute and affectionate.