Scientific Tips on How to Survive Wild Animal Attacks

In this video, we will show you the best proven techniques from scientific studies and wildlife experts, to help you survive a deadly battle with an animal. Bears Bears are usually a threat only when surprised or when they are protecting their cubs. If you encounter a bear at a distance, slowly back away. If you surprise one, do not run. Most wild animals like to chase out of instinct. And Bears can run at speeds of 30 miles per hour, while the fastest human on record reached just under 28 miles per hour. Research has shown that bear spray is 92 percent effective in deterring attacks from these animals. If you don’t have a bear spray and face a grizzly bear, play dead. Grizzlies will stop attacking when they feel you’re no longer a threat. With black bears though, fight back and concentrate your kicks and blows on the bear s face and muzzle. To a polar bear, you’re a prey at first sight. Strike back by aiming for the nose or eyes. Snakes Most snakes are neither venomous, nor dangerous. If you notice a snake is following you, stomp your feet hard on the ground. the vibrations the stomping makes will scare it off. If you do get bit, don’t try to suck the venom out of the wound as they show in the movies. Research has shown that this method isn’t effective. And don’t apply tourniquet to stop the poison from spreading. Studies suggests that applying a tourniquet does nothing to help the victim. Slashing the wound with a knife isn’t going to help either. While it’s easier said than done, staying calm and still after a snake bite will prevent your heart from pumping fast and spreading the venom in your body. Lay or sit down with the bite below the level of the heart. Shark Sharks are most active at nights and they are able to see in the dark. Don’t allow blood to get into the water. Sharks can smell it from miles away. If you’re wounded, leave the water. Research has shown that sound, rather than sight or smell, is a shark s primary cue for moving into an area. If a shark is actively attacking you, claw at its eyes and gills as these zones are the most sensitive. Alligators (or Crocodiles) The jaws of these creatures are the strongest on the planet, so trying to open its mouth with your hands isn t going to work. If a crocodile grabs you, hit its eyes. The eyes and throat of these animals are extra vulnerable. Bees Dark clothes resemble the fur of their natural predators, like bears and skunks. So dark colored clothing appears more threatening to bees. Wear white clothes instead. And try to avoid strongly scented shampoo, soaps, and perfumes. According to Japanese scientists, perfume has scent that angers bees. Lion If you have encountered a lion, maintain eye contact and don’t run. Try to look massive by raising your arms and opening your jacket. Doing this will make a lion think that you are stronger than it. Mosquitoes Research has shown that mosquitoes are attracted to the color black. If you’re wearing dark colors, your chances of being stung by these insects are much higher. Apart from vision, mosquitoes locate us by tracking down the carbon dioxide we emit. Bulls Opposite to the common misconception, bulls react to movements, and not to the red color. In fact, bulls are color-blind and can’t distinguish the red color. So if a bull is running at you, stand still. Use your jacket as bait. When the bull gets close enough, throw that object away. The animal will follow that object. Jellyfish Some people believe that peeing on the bitten zone can relieve the pain, but it’s just a myth. If you do find yourself with a jellyfish burn, rinse the area with vinegar, or soak the skin in hot water. After that, use tweezers to pull off any tentacles still on your skin. Elephant attack Elephants are known to attack people. Since elephants can run up to 25 miles an hour, you have little chance of outrunning them. If you come across an elephant, it’s best to read their body language to get signals early. If their ears are pinned back, and the trunk is curved inwardly, it means they are going to attack you. If there is no barrier around, run in a zig-zag pattern. It’s difficult for elephants to change directions because of their heavy size. Rhinos Rhinos’ eyesight is one of the worst in the animal kingdom – up there with bulls and bats. Their speed can reach 38 miles per hour, which is why it’s hard to outrun them. The best way to escape from a rhino is to hide behind a large tree or rock. Remember that rhinos can’t see very well, so if you’re stood fairly still and don’t seem to be a threat, they may mistake you for a tree and keep grazing. Kangaroo Kangaroos can pose a threat to people. If a kangaroo approaches you, let the animal know you are not a threat by giving a short, deep cough. Sub-dominant male Kangaroos acknowledge the dominant male s status by giving a short cough. You need to crouch down low, turn side-on, and back away slowly. This way, you’ll look smaller and less of a threat.