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State-by-state map reveals the animals most likely to kill Americans
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Key Points:
- A 2026 report by World Population Review identifies the deadliest animals in each U.S. state, revealing a diverse range from snakes and large mammals to insects and marine creatures.
- Snakes are the most common threat, topping the list in 14 states, with various rattlesnake species posing significant dangers in regions like Georgia, California, and Arizona.
- Large mammals such as black bears, moose, mountain lions, and bison are the deadliest animals in several states, including Tennessee, Colorado, and Montana.
- Canines, including dogs and coyotes, are the main threat in five states, notably Alaska and Illinois, while biting and stinging arthropods like wasps, mosquitoes, and spiders dominate in others.
- Marine hazards, including tiger sharks, bull sharks, and the Portuguese man o' war, are the primary dangers in five coastal states such as Rhode Island, Maryland, and Delaware.
