Black Portuguese Millipedes
This disgusting creature is known as the Black Portuguese Millipede and is actually not indigenous to Australia. These millipedes were introduced to the land down under in 1953. They have no natural predators in Australia (who would want to eat that?), so their population has flourished. They are considered a nuisance by Australians and are known to invade homes and businesses. These millipedes are so abundant that their presence on a rail-road track was partly to blame for a train crash in 2013.
Black Portuguese Millipedes
Even The Seashells Are Dangerous
Okay, technically, it’s not a seashell. This is a Cone Shell, also known as a Cone Snail. They are aquatic snails that live in beautifully patterned shells and are highly venomous, so be careful next time you’re taking a leisurely stroll on the beach and see a pretty shell. The sting from the animal is excruciating and can cause nausea and vomiting. A sting from certain species of Cone Snails can even be fatal. If you have the misfortune of being stung by one, seek medical attention right away.
Even The Seashells Are Dangerous
