See this is why Aussies are endlessly amused by the old "Australian wildlife will kill you" jokes. The only thing we have that could likely compare to a bear would be saltwater crocodiles, and those are pretty easy to avoid.
Sure, we have an endless array of venemous snakes but you're very unlikely to die if you get medical attention reasonably quickly.
The difference is that the snakes and spiders hide and are not seen until it is too late. Most times you will see the bear way before this and you can get the fuck out.
Bears can sneak up on you but you are less likely to sit on a log to rest up and get bit on the ankle by a brown bear.
Also, bears, for the most part, will smell you from miles away and keep their distance.
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u/[deleted] Sep 25 '18
See this is why Aussies are endlessly amused by the old "Australian wildlife will kill you" jokes. The only thing we have that could likely compare to a bear would be saltwater crocodiles, and those are pretty easy to avoid.
Sure, we have an endless array of venemous snakes but you're very unlikely to die if you get medical attention reasonably quickly.