Animals, Poisonous

Animals can be poisonous to humans or other animals. Poisonous animals produce toxins through a variety of mechanisms, including venom glands, specialized organs, and defense structures. These toxins can cause illness, disease, and even death in humans, other animals, and plants. Poisonous animals can be found in a number of different habitats and variations in the severity of their poison. Some of the most common include venomous snakes, spiders, and jellyfish. Understanding poisonous animals and their effects can help humans to avoid risk of injury or illness and can play an important role in public safety.