Allen, Missy

Describes twenty-four dangerous mushrooms and other plants, from aconite to water hemlock.

Provides a brief description of twenty-five dangerous environments, including airplanes, chemical plants, and sports arenas, and gives specific examples of accidents and safety tips.

Examines twenty-four dangerous animals found in the oceans, rivers, and lakes of the world, from the Arctic jellyfish to the weeverfish.

Provides a brief description of twenty-four dangerous professions, their hazardous characteristics, and safety precautions.

Examines twenty-four dangerous plants found in the world, from the agave to the snow-on-the-mountain.

Examines 24 dangerous mammals found around the world, from the African elephant to the wolf.

Introduces dangerous reptiles found in the world, from the black mamba to the tiger snake.

Examines twenty-five dangerous insects from around the world.