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Maori octopus

Lots of people have phobias when it comes to snakes and spiders. But not many are frightened of flowers! That’s because we’re geared to fear things that threatened our ancient ancestors, way back when humans were evolving. That’s also why it’s less common to have phobias about modern-day threats, such as classroom phobia!

Most animals are more afraid of us than we are of them. They might act aggressively by baring their teeth, but it’s often an attempt to scare us off. If you leave them alone, they’ll probably leave you alone too!

Aargh! A human!

Vespertilio murinus

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