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Bee sting twice as likely to land Australians in hospital than encounter with venomous wildlife

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Guardian (International Edition)

Publication Date
2021-03-02

Australia is home to the 11 most venomous snakes in the world, the deadliest spider in the world, and some of the most venomous marine life. And yet according to a study released on Wednesday, Australians are twice as likely end up in hospital because of a bee or wasp sting than an encounter with any other venomous creature.

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https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/mar/03/bee-sting-twice-as-likely-to-land-australians-in-hospital-than-encounter-with-venomous-wildlife