While most people who stop and think of a dangerous animal will usually pop a carnivore in their minds, such as a tiger, lion, or a great white shark, there are some truly terrifying herbivores out there that will absolutely devastate a human being. We don’t generally consider non-carnivorous animals to be dangerous killers, but that has changed as evolution takes place. Here are 5 of the most highly dangerous herbivores you should absolutely avoid if met in the wild.
5. Gelada Baboon
5. Gelada Baboon
The Gelada Baboon is an impressive monkey, as they have giant manes and weird flat faces. While they are generally calm and peaceful, these herbivores have been known to attack humans in the wild, savagely and violently.
4. American Bison
4. American Bison
The American Bison can weigh up to one ton, and is one of the biggest herbivores in North America. They have been hunted to near extinction, sadly, but some are in legal protection. Tourists have been attacked, as the adults will do anything to protect their calves.
3. Gorilla
3. Gorilla
The Gorilla is a close relative to human beings, but they are rather deadly. They are said to have the strength of 10 adult men. While usually they can be peaceful, adult males will attack anything and anyone that threatens their family.
2. Rhinoceros
2. Rhinoceros
There are currently five species of Rhinoceros throughout Africa and Asia, and they are all short-tempered, deadly, and tough. Their horns are made of kertain, the same substance found in hair and fingernails, and are dangerous enough to gore a man to death.
1. Cape Buffalo
1. Cape Buffalo
The Cape Buffalo appears quite similar to a giant cow, and are rather feared in Africa. These odd-looking creatures are short-tempered and powerful predators. One buffalo can take on a group of lions if facing off against them.
