Here are the top 15 most dangerous animals in the world, based on the number of human fatalities they cause each year:
Mosquito - responsible for the most human deaths due to diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus.
Humans - responsible for more human deaths than any other animal due to wars, crime, and accidents.
Snakes - venomous snakes such as cobras, vipers, and pythons are responsible for thousands of human fatalities each year.
Dogs - particularly in areas with large populations of stray dogs, they can transmit diseases and cause fatal attacks.
5.human - responsible for hundreds of human fatalities each year, particularly in Africa and Southeast Asia.
Hippopotamuses - surprisingly aggressive animals that are responsible for hundreds of human fatalities each year in Africa.
Elephants - large and powerful animals that can be unpredictable and aggressive towards humans, particularly during mating season.
Tsetse Fly - a blood-sucking insect that transmits the deadly sleeping sickness disease in humans and animals.
Lions - responsible for a significant number of human fatalities each year, particularly in Africa.
Tigers - although they are endangered, tigers are still responsible for a significant number of human fatalities each year in Asia.
Box Jellyfish - found in the waters around Australia, they are one of the most venomous animals in the world and can cause fatal stings.
Scorpions - found in many parts of the world, their venom can be fatal to humans.
Cape Buffalo - an unpredictable and aggressive animal found in Africa that is responsible for hundreds of human fatalities each year.
Cone Snail - found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific, their venom can be fatal to humans.
Poison Dart Frog - found in Central and South America, their brightly colored skin contains toxins that can be fatal to humans.
Saltwater Crocodiles - the largest living reptile, and one of the most dangerous, responsible for numerous attacks and fatalities each year in Australia and Southeast Asia.
Sharks - while shark attacks on humans are rare, they can be deadly when they do occur.
Bears - particularly grizzly and polar bears, are responsible for numerous fatal attacks on humans each year.
Komodo Dragons - found only in Indonesia, they are the largest living lizard and have venomous saliva that can cause fatal infections in humans.
Cone snails - a type of sea snail that can cause paralysis and death in humans with their venomous stings.
Blue-ringed octopus - found in the waters around Australia, they are one of the most venomous animals in the world and can cause paralysis and death in humans.
Cassowaries - large flightless birds found in Australia and Papua New Guinea, known for their aggressive behavior and powerful kicks that can cause serious injuries or even death.
Wild boars - can be found in many parts of the world and are known to attack humans, particularly when they feel threatened.
Bees and wasps - while they may not seem as dangerous as larger animals, bee and wasp stings can cause severe allergic reactions and even death in some cases.
Komodo dragons - the largest living lizard and have venomous saliva that can cause fatal infections in humans.
