10 SCARIEST Pets People Actually Own!

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For some reason, your usual pets like dogs and cats don’t seem to appeal to some people. That’s why you hear of the term exotic pet which basically refers to a wild animal that someone keeps at home.
Not all exotic pets are dangerous but some have such a fearsome reputation that it’s hard to imagine being around them for any amount of time. From big cats to venomous snakes, here are 10 scariest pets people actually own.
#10 Crocodile Monitor
The crocodile monitor is among the largest lizards in the world, growing to lengths of up to eight feet thanks to the exceptionally long tail. In fact, some of these monitors have been known to grow longer than the mighty Komodo dragon, another massive lizard species. The major difference is usually on body mass as Komodo dragons are several times heavier than crocodile monitors.
As a tree-dwelling reptile, the long tail provides the much-needed counterbalance as the crocodile monitor leaps across branches.
While these guys are mainly hunted for meat and skin, quite a few people keep them as pets which is quite a risky undertaking.
Their strong jaws and sharp serrated teeth can inflict less-than-ideal flesh wounds, even as juveniles. But it’s not just the wounds that are a problem here.
The saliva is loaded with bacteria that induce shock and non-stop bleeding in prey. The effects are pretty much the same in human beings but there’s an extra risk of an infection that, if not treated, can lead to death.
These lizards are also aggressive and highly unpredictable, so there’s no telling when they’ll decide to launch themselves at you.
#9 Emperor Scorpion
Well, an emperor scorpion isn’t much of a threat compared to the crocodile monitor. But it can be dreadful for anyone with a phobia of crawly things.
The emperor scorpion is one of the most preferred scorpion species, especially among beginner arachnid and insect enthusiasts. That’s because it’s generally simple to care for but, most importantly – it’s not as aggressive as most of the scorpion species.
But that doesn’t mean emperors are completely harmless. Just like any scorpion out there, they don’t hesitate to use their stinging parts when they feel threatened. These stings, though, don’t have far-reaching consequences except for excruciating pain for most people. It usually goes away without medical intervention.
In rare cases, allergic reactions to the venom could occur which then necessitates a visit to the ER.
That’s why it’s always a good idea to avoid handling a scorpion as much as possible. On top of being potentially dangerous, it also stresses the animal.
#8 Alligator
According to National Geographic, there are about a million wild alligators, which is pretty impressive for a species that was once on the verge of extinction. Much of this rebound is thanks to stringent state and federal laws and a fall in demand for products from the animal’s skin.
As a pet, an alligator has a lot going for it in case of a physical altercation with the owner.
For starters, it’s one of the biggest reptiles on the planet averaging up to 15 feet in length, and can weigh as much as 1,000 pounds. That massive size comes with an equally massive amount of strength that’s just too much for an average adult human being.
That aside, gators also have an extremely powerful bite which, of course, is bad news for anyone on the receiving end. They’re also known for the death roll, where they basically spin and thrash in an attempt to tear off flesh from prey. For a human being, that could mean a severed limb.
But the good thing is, any adult human can hold a gator’s mouth shut since the muscles for opening the jaws are quite weak. That’s because these jaws are specially adapted to biting and griping.
#7 Big Cats
Leopards, lions, tigers, jaguars, and mountain lions are some of the most coveted exotic pets. I guess their dominant personality and fierce reputation provide a certain appeal to people.
Owning them needs a good amount of work, though. And that’s not just about feeding or taking care of them. The big cats need serious training right from the time they’re born to assimilate better with their human companions.
Even then, they’ll usually have one or two people with whom they can have a safe interaction. Any other new guy close by runs the risk of getting torn into pieces. That’s why most big cat pets are usually caged just to keep everyone involved safe.
Being afraid of big cat pets is understandable – they’re some of the most successful hunters in nature thanks to a combination of several physical attributes, namely strong jaws, immense muscle power, and sharp claws.