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Global Animal Guide

Poisonous Animals

Poisonous animals carry toxins on their skin or tissues — you absorb poison by contact or ingestion. Contrast with venomous animals that inject toxin through bites or stings.

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Rankings use stats and conservation status from our species database. For IUCN categories, verify current assessments on the IUCN Red List.