Our entire environment is filled with different creatures. These creatures all have features that differentiate them from each other. These features include their specie, appearance, skin type, nature, habitats, diets, and when they are active (night or day). In this post, we will be discussing the scariest nocturnal predators you wouldn’t want to encounter.
Leopards
One animal no one wants to meet in the night is the leopard. The leopard is a member of the “Big Cats” family. It belongs to the species known as Panthera pardu. They are much bigger than cats and have muscular yet slim bodies. Their eyes can see clearly in the night, helping them hunt better.
Just like every other member of the Big Cats family, leopards are ferocious, wild creatures with excellent predatory instincts that pose major threats to prey and humans. They are fast and strong hunters, especially at night.
Honey Badgers
Honey badgers are one of the most fearless animals in the world. It has a long body with short, sturdy legs and can weigh as much as 16kg, depending on the region. They are omnivores and belong to the species known as Mellivora capensis.
Honey badgers, when left with no option, can repel big animals like lions and Cape buffalos. They attack and feed on young snakes like cobras, black mambas, and even African rock pythons. They devour every part of their prey completely.
Hyenas
Hyenas are one of the most prominent members of the jungle. They have about four different species with the common family name Hyaenidae. They are carnivorous animals that share some resemblance with dogs. They have long forelegs and short hind legs, causing a downward slope in their backs.
These creatures feed on dead animals and are known to also feed on every part of their prey (including bones). Some species are known to prey on humans, with attacks on sleeping or weak humans quite common in the nineties.
Snakes
Snakes are dangerous animals and are scary to most people. There are various species of snakes, and they all have major differences. Some snakes, like the cobra and viper, are venomous, while others, like the python, are not. The major similarity they share is their appearance.
Most snakes are mostly active during the night. They hunt for prey under the cover of the night and can attack humans if they feel threatened. Snakes are found in almost every region of the world. The environmental factors determine the type of snakes found in a particular area.
Bears
Bears are beautiful animals, but underneath this cuteness, they have a dangerous side. Bears are active during the day and the night. Depending on the particular species of the bear, they can be carnivores or omnivores. They are of the general family called Ursidae.
This family of dogs are predators with an acute sense of smell. They possess strength and speed. They attack when they feel threatened and also for predatory reasons.
