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The Most Poisonous Bird In The World Is Poisonous To The Touch

When you think of poisonous animals, you don't necessarily think of birds first. Snakes, perhaps. Frogs? Heck, even poisonous spiders probably spring to mind before birds — which, it should be said, can be dangerous in their own way. Cassowaries, for instance, have been known to kill humans using their sharp nails and are widely considered the world's most dangerous birds. Meanwhile the strength of an ostrich kick can kill lions. But neither of these potentially lethal birds are poisonous...

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The Most Poisonous Bird In The World Is Poisonous To The Touch

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    5 Birds That Are Actually Poisonous

    When you think of poisonous animals, you don't necessarily think of birds first. Snakes, perhaps. Frogs? Maybe. Heck, even poisonous spiders probably …

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