The Most Deadly Insects in the World

Just how deadly are the deadliest insects in the world?

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If the film Arachnophobia wasn't proof enough that insects are nothing to play with, this recent news cements the theory. In Central China, Asian Giant Hornets are terrorizing citizens, gauging their flesh and killing 20 to 40 people a year. Luckily, there haven't been any spotted in the United States, yet. 

Although the US may be home to many dangers (government shutdowns and rapidly expanding waistlines among them), foreign countries contain the most gruesome insects. Despite the propaganda A Bug's Life and Antz put on you as a child, insects are not to messed with. Spiders can leave you paralyzed and bees can end your life. Know thy enemy: The Most Deadly Insects in the World

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18. Funnel-web Spiders

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17. Fat-tailed Scorpion

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16. Redback Spiders

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15. Katipo Spider

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14. The Bullet Ant

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13. Jumping Ants

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12. Puss Caterpillar

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11. Africanized Honey Bee

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10. Black Widow

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9. Brown Recluse Spider

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8. Fire Ants

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7. Anopheles Mosquito

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6. Tse Tse Fly

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5. The Scorpion

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4. Kissing Bug

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3. African Driver Ant

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2. Brazilian Wandering Spider

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1. Asian Giant Hornet

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