13 Terrifying Reasons To Stay Out Of The Water

Anybody who lives near the ocean has felt its draw. Even just a trip to the beach can satisfy the urge, but for some reason, the briny depths call to us. We’re connected to the sea.

However, there are hidden dangers lurking just below the surface. Even as it beckons, the sea demands respect. Riptides, rogue waves and undertow are just the beginning.

When you’re in the water, you’ll encounter creatures out there that will make it clear you’re out of your element. While most are harmless, some are the stuff of nightmares.

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1. The Mantis Shrimp

Don’t let the name fool you — these “shrimp” are some of the toughest customers in the ocean. Their powerful clubs can punch so hard and fast that they can break typical aquarium glass.

2. Swordfish

They’re not known to attack people unprovoked, but when threatened swordfish won’t hesitate to put their namesake bills to use, as one did to a fisherman in Hawaii in 2015, killing him.

3. Stingray

Stingrays tend to be lazy creatures, but when they’re in danger they will protect themselves with a stinger on their tail armed with a deadly venom.

4. Nomura’s Jellyfish

Usually seen around Japan, Nomura’s jellyfish are huge, larger in diameter than a grown man is tall, and weigh about 400 pounds. And check out the mass of venomous tentacles!