They Aren’t Afraid of Heights
This selfie was taken in Yekaterinburg, Russia, and it’s more than alarming. The Russian Interior Ministry thought so too and launched a campaign a few years ago to promote safe selfie-taking. This was in response to the many deaths and injuries from people trying to take selfies at this exact spot.
They Aren’t Afraid Of Heights
Not A Care In The World
This man goes by the name Alexander Remnev, and he is known for posting extremely dangerous selfies. Here we can see him relaxing over the skyline that’s located in Hong Kong. He seems to not have a care in the world while gambling with his life.
Not A Care In The World
Insanity
Serro do Mar in Rio de Janeiro is one place where risk-takers flock to take insanely dangerous selfies. The landscape features active trains that pass through a gorge bridge. Since 2014, nearly 12 people have fallen off of these bridges well, attempting to take a selfie.
Insanity
He Trained for This
Many places have seen train selfies become a severe problem. Countries like India and Sri Lanka have banned such selfies due to the danger associated with taking these pictures. However, there are still people all around the world risking their lives to take these photos.
He Trained For This
Don’t Try This At Home
Like most of the selfies shown on this list, this photo should not be attempted. This selfie was taken in Tianjin, China, by Angela Nikolau. She is known for regularly risking her life for such images. One question we have is, how did she even get up there?
Don’t Try This At Home
Don’t Look Down
Daniel Lau is known all across social media for posting selfies that are truly gasp-inducing. All of the dangerous selfies that he posts make him one of the most popular daredevil photographers around. This particular selfie was taken among Hong Kong’s skyscrapers.
Don’t Look Down
Up In the Clouds
This selfie was the result of a challenge made by the Brazilian tourism board. The photo shows Lee Thompson, a photographer and travel blogger, standing on top of the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio. Luckily, he completed the challenge without a scratch.
Up In The Clouds
Capturing the Running of the Bulls
The Running of the Bulls is located in Pamplona and is said to date back to 1591. In the 2019 Running of the Bulls event, three people were gored by one of the bulls. With the risk involved in the Running of the Bulls, we strongly suggest that you don’t participate while snapping selfies.
Capturing The Running Of The Bulls
On Top of The World
Here is another snap from Alexander Remnev. The selfie features him with two of his friends on top of the Shanghai skyline. The group of daredevils doesn’t seem to have a care in the world while they rest on top of the structure and take in the views of the skyline.
On Top Of The World
Just Hanging
This specific selfie-taker seems to be well-aware of the risks involved in taking such dangerous photos. He took to Instagram to post this disturbing selfie and captioned it, “Do you know the number of people who have died in the world while taking selfies?”
Just Hanging
It’s Getting Hot
There have been so many incidents involved in people taking selfies near volcanoes that the Royal Geographic Society based in the UK has made an official warning. This warning calls for people to stop taking such pictures due to the risk of deadly falls.
It’s Getting Hot
Even Hotter
George Kourounis is a National Geographic ‘storm chaser’ and explorer known for insanely dangerous selfies. This selfie is possibly one of his most frightening. The shot was taken at the Ambrym volcano located in Vanuatu. One positive feature of the photo is that he’s wearing a protective suit.
Even Hotter
A Knowledgeable Daredevil
Here is another adventurous selfie-taker. The photographer posted this thrilling photograph with the caption, ‘I don’t always take selfies, but when I do decide to, they are always dangerous.” The particular picture was taken at the Canyonlands Nation Park, located in Utah.
A Knowledgeable Daredevil
No Sudden Movements
A male Californian sea lion is known to weigh up to 660 pounds. For this reason, it isn’t a good idea to turn your back on one. This selfie is a good example of what not to do when placed in the presence of a sea lion, as the animal decided to bite when the photographer turned his back.
No Sudden Movements
It’s A Long Way Down
The Tiger Leaping Gorge trail is located in China and reaches 8,694 feet. It’s considered to be a perilous trek for even the most experienced hikers. Can you imagine how dangerous it is for risk-taking selfie enthusiasts? We can’t either, that’s why this photograph is risky business.
It’s A Long Way Down
Beautiful Danger
Many hikers travel to the Horseshoe Bend that’s situated in Arizona in hopes of capturing a picture-perfect selfie. Although the results are beautiful, the dangers involved may outweigh the need for such type of selfie. There have been two deaths related to people taking selfies by the site since 2018.
Beautiful Danger
Swimming in Shark-Infested Water
It’s been found that more people die from taking selfies each year than being involved in shark attacks. Nonetheless, this man seems to be gambling with two hazardous activities. He is not only swimming in shark-infested water, but he’s also taking a selfie while doing so.
Swimming In Shark Infested Water
Wise Words from A Boyfriend
This photographer’s boyfriend shared a snap on social media while stating not to try this at home. We couldn’t agree more. He also said that you should leave this risky business for the selfie pros. The photo was taken at Rolley Falls, which can be found in British Columbia.
Wise Words From A Boyfriend
It’s Over if the Wind Picks Up
This photo was taken as a response to a popular trend known as ‘roofing’ or ‘skywalking.’ The movement sees many travelers, mostly younger men, scaling tall buildings and taking selfies of their view. This stomach-churning photograph was taken in New York City.
It’s Over If The Wind Picks Up
A Fatal Trend
The trend is obviously incredibly dangerous. There have been many instances of fatal accidents occurring from participation in these ‘skywalking’ activities. One tragic case saw a teen’s life end tragically when he fell from a rooftop mall. This fall occurred from him trying to partake in this ‘roofing’ trend.
A Fatal Trend
A Higher Level
This chilling selfie was posted alongside the photographer’s caption that stated he needed to take his artistic mind to a higher level. We’re guessing his artistic mind got the higher level he wanted because it seems as though the photo was taken from pretty high up.
A Higher Level
Not on the Edge
The Grand Canyon has a reputation for being the reason for many people’s death. One man had a fatal fall while visiting the Grand Canyon. However, this doesn’t stop people from flocking to the site to take selfies. Let’s just hope these photographers aren’t on the edge of the Canyon.
Not On The Edge
Never Turn Your Back on the Ocean
Many people don’t understand that the ocean is very unpredictable. This shot was taken in San Diego just mere seconds before the massive wave utterly drenched the couple seen snapping a selfie in the photo. Luckily no-one got hurt – only a little wet.
Never Turn Your Back On The Ocean
No Hands
It’s an acceptable practice to take in the views of Mistras in Greece from the very top of Villehardouin’s Castle. However, what isn’t fair is snapping a picture while placed at the edge of the Castle. This photo is just asking for trouble.
No Hands
One Leg
The translated version of this Instagram caption stated, ‘What some people do for a selfie.’ It’s a scary reality that we live in nowadays that stunts like this are happening all the time. That one leg placed on the ground is the only thing saving this lady from falling to her death.
One Leg
Fascinated by Trains
There seems to be some fascination with trains. People seem to believe that photo opportunities arise when they’re hanging out a train or when one is merely passing by. However, these transportation devices are still incredibly dangerous. A man was hit by a train while trying to get the perfect shot in 2015.
Fascinated By Trains
A Hungry Alligator
Fatal alligator attacks are incredibly rare. However, these animals are still hazardous, and their strength shouldn’t be underestimated. That’s why this picture is terribly alarming. This photo was taken in the Florida Everglades and showcased a man looking for trouble.
A Hungry Alligator
More Dangerous Animals
Another animal that shouldn’t be messed with is a lion. They are the king of the jungle for a reason. Nonetheless, this doesn’t seem to stop people from pushing the selfie-taking limits. The men can count their blessings that these lions were busy eating.
More Dangerous Animals
A Sting Session
This selfie was captured in the Jellyfish Lake. The lake is located in Palau, Oceania. It seems to look a lot more dangerous than it actually is, as the lake is safe to snorkel in. However, this photo does look terrifying. Would you go for a dip here?
A Sting Session
An Out-of-this-World Selfie
This Japanese astronaut took this photo during a visit to the International Space Station. The selfie required a specialized camera to take the shot. Many outlets have abandoned the name ‘selfie’ to describe this picture, rather calling it a ‘spacie.’
An Out Of This World Selfie
A Cat Selfie
It seems as though humans aren’t the only ones participating in this dangerous selfie-taking trend. This photo captures what looks to be a cat taking a selfie. Some very aggressive and hungry-looking Rottweilers surround the cat. Let’s just hope the cat is still around to tell the tale.
A Cat Selfie
Living Life On The Edge
The man taking this selfie made is way to mount Evans to capture this photo. Mount Evans is located in the Rocky Mountains, which features scary-looking cliff sides. The man even went on to say he was giving his mom a heart attack. We definitely see where his mom was coming from.
Living Life On The Edge
Her Face Speaks Volumes
It seems that this photo sums up the entire dangerous selfie-taking trend. The man represents the people taking the selfies, and the woman represents us at home watching in horror. We can understand her scared expression as she sits on the edge of Arthur’s Seat, located in Edinburgh.
Her Face Speaks Volumes
Frightening Lengths
This hiker decided that it would be a great idea to snap a selfie while balancing on a rocky edge located in Oran, Algeria. However, this picture becomes a lot more frightening when you consider that a tourist died from taking a selfie and falling down a staircase at the Taj Mahal in 2015.
Frightening Lengths
Flying High
Sports selfies are becoming increasingly popular. A French skier took this incredible shot. However, we wonder if he nailed the landing. There wasn’t a follow-up picture, so we guess we are likely never to know the outcome of this selfie.
Flying High
Car Selfies
It seems that trains aren’t the only modes of transport where people are hanging out of in order to take selfies. It’s dangerous enough to be texting and driving, but this just seems outright stupid. The selfie-taker appears to disagree with us as he stated that he was just ‘clowning around.’
Car Selfies
Wild Animals Are…Wild
Here is another classic example of why you should stay away from wild animals. This selfie-taker captures this photo only moments before being attacked by the monkey in the picture. It seems that the animal wanted her beads and was willing to fight for it.
Wild Animals Are…Wild
Beware of Flying Balls
This reporter thought that the perfect time to take a selfie was during batting practice. The photo was taken at Fenway Park, located in Boston. Luckily, the incident was a close call, and she could laugh about what could have happened.
Beware Of Flying Balls
An Abnormal Bike Ride
At first glance, it seems unbelievable that the rider was able to snap a selfie while making the impressive jump. However, after looking closer, you realize that a kid is hanging on to the back of the bike, and you can guess the trouble that’s about to follow.
An Abnormal Bike Ride
A 3-in-1 Selfie
This shot seems to be one of the most alarming and dangerous selfie shots. It features a friend snapping a photo of a friend taking a picture of a friend, who’s also taking a picture. This is done while all those featured in the selfie are hanging from a skyscraper.
A 3 In 1 Selfie