Why Wrap Your Door Knob in Foil + Other Home Security Tips

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00:00:00 Burglaries are on the rise in your neighborhood,

00:00:02 and you have concerns about whether your house might be vulnerable.

00:00:06 You have no surveillance system, so tonight,

00:00:10 you're placing some foil over the front door handle before you go to bed.

00:00:14 This will help identify if someone sneakily tries to enter while you sleep.

00:00:20 You wake up the next morning, and it appears the foil is slightly ripped.

00:00:26 Someone has been here, and they're sure to return.

00:00:29 Another option is to put a mug on the doorknob.

00:00:34 When the knob turns, the mug will fall,

00:00:37 causing a noise to wake you up and hopefully deter the intruder.

00:00:41 Your main concern is that a tradesman stopped by recently.

00:00:46 He said that he was working next door and asked to use your toilet.

00:00:50 You refused and felt bad at the time for being rude,

00:00:56 but it was a very smart move.

00:00:58 About 60% of burglaries in the USA are made by someone you know or have met before.

00:01:04 That tradesman, while going to the bathroom,

00:01:08 could have adjusted something in your house to make their return entry a little easier.

00:01:13 They may have wanted to take a closer look at what security system is installed,

00:01:17 check the structural integrity of your home, and found out what valuable loot you might have.

00:01:24 Finally, today you're going on vacation.

00:01:27 You need to prepare your house and make it as safe as possible.

00:01:30 A full postbox is the first thing a robber will look for in a target.

00:01:36 Your neighbor will need to take your mail while you're away.

00:01:39 A well-manicured property is a clear sign that you are always there.

00:01:45 You've always kept your lawn mown and hedges trimmed,

00:01:48 so you will need to arrange for someone to do this while you're away.

00:01:53 If it was winter, any untouched snow around your house would also make it a target.

00:01:59 Having a neighbor make pretend footprints that show recent activity will also provide a deterrent.

00:02:04 There are many types of hedges that act as a great first defense.

00:02:10 Luckily, you have sharp-leaved shrubs along your fences.

00:02:13 If someone jumps into your property and lands on a sharp or spiky bush,

00:02:20 they will immediately cry out in discomfort.

00:02:22 This will alert your neighbors of an intruder.

00:02:24 And the foliage will also catch fragments of clothing that could be used as evidence later.

00:02:32 In preparation for your trip the week before,

00:02:36 you opened and closed your curtains at random times throughout the day.

00:02:40 You made sure there were no clear patterns,

00:02:44 so it won't matter if they're left open while you're away,

00:02:47 just in case someone was scouting your property.

00:02:51 Burglars spend several days walking or driving through neighborhoods,

00:02:55 identifying the behaviors of each house.

00:02:57 One thing they don't really like is a neighborhood watch.

00:03:02 Criminals do their research before they start scouting,

00:03:06 and will avoid these areas.

00:03:07 Something for you to organize when you get back.

00:03:10 Now, move all your expensive electronics away from the windows,

00:03:16 so there's nothing of value in clear view.

00:03:19 Put them inside a cupboard or a concealed room.

00:03:22 Don't worry about TVs, they're too large and take effort to move.

00:03:28 The criminals are more interested in the smaller devices,

00:03:31 like an iPad and gaming devices.

00:03:33 Put your small expensive items like jewelry in boxes,

00:03:39 and hide them away in a secret location.

00:03:40 Surprisingly, a kid's room is a good spot.

00:03:44 Burglars have admitted to never going into them,

00:03:47 as there's nothing of value in toys.

00:03:50 Take photos of all the serial numbers on your electronic devices,

00:03:54 and create an inventory for insurance purposes.

00:03:56 95% of break-ins are done by force,

00:04:01 so it's time to reinforce your windows and doors.

00:04:04 You can make it even more difficult for the crooks.

00:04:08 Remove all stools, chairs, and ladders in the backyard,

00:04:12 and put them into your garage.

00:04:14 Otherwise, they will help provide easier access points

00:04:17 to higher entrances, like the air conditioner box.

00:04:20 This is one of their favorites.

00:04:24 Without a way to reinforce it, it's easy to tear off,

00:04:27 and creates an entrance.

00:04:29 Don't make it easier for them with a step-up.

00:04:31 Burglars can break down a weak door within one minute.

00:04:36 Install a metal frame instead of wood for more support.

00:04:40 The hinges and lock should have adequate strength

00:04:43 to withstand being kicked long enough until they get out.

00:04:48 With the lock as the remaining weak spot,

00:04:50 this can easily be kicked by an experienced thief.

00:04:53 A simple protection lock that holds it in place

00:04:56 will make sure it won't budge.

00:04:58 The hinges on your garage door swing outwards,

00:05:03 which makes it vulnerable,

00:05:04 and can be accessed by taking the pins out of the hinges.

00:05:07 Replace them with tamper-proof pins,

00:05:11 so they can't be removed.

00:05:14 And lastly, the garage overhead door

00:05:17 is one of the first places a burglar looks to access.

00:05:20 They don't have a lock that fully secures them.

00:05:22 Attach a padlock on the latch connecting it to the track,

00:05:26 holding it in place.

00:05:27 Your garage door doesn't have this option,

00:05:32 so drill a hole in the track just above one of the rollers,

00:05:36 and attach a padlock.

00:05:37 Robbers are scared of dogs,

00:05:41 the territorial and violent nature of the area.

00:05:43 So, they're loyal and loyal guardians of the house.

00:05:46 A survey found that most houses burgled didn't have dogs,

00:05:51 because thieves don't want to draw attention during a heist.

00:05:54 Unfortunately, you don't own one.

00:05:58 But just placing a dog bowl outside the front door

00:06:01 will discourage them.

00:06:02 Burglars have adapted their craft with technology.

00:06:07 Four out of five criminals use social media,

00:06:11 Twitter, and Google Maps to find their targets.

00:06:13 Even sharing a photo with a house key in it

00:06:18 is enough for a burglar to create their own key

00:06:21 by zooming in and taking the exact measurements.

00:06:24 Make sure your wireless network is secure,

00:06:28 and use a new, much stronger password while away.

00:06:32 You're not only vulnerable to physical objects being stolen.

00:06:35 Valuable data like passwords and access codes

00:06:40 can be taken through your network.

00:06:41 And there's also the threat of infecting devices

00:06:45 through malicious malware.

00:06:46 You can also remove the vision of your house

00:06:50 completely from Google Maps.

00:06:51 Type in your home address,

00:06:55 find the street view of your residence,

00:06:57 press the options button,

00:06:58 and select "Report a Problem."

00:07:00 You'll be taken to a screen with an image of your home,

00:07:05 with the option to move a red square to cover your property.

00:07:10 [MUSIC PLAYING]

00:07:12 Request it to be blurred under the option "My Home,"

00:07:15 and enter your exact address.

00:07:17 It will only take a couple of days to be processed.

00:07:20 Don't leave the radio on while away.

00:07:24 It won't help.

00:07:25 Through the burglar's method of scouting houses,

00:07:28 they take note of radio and TV sounds.

00:07:31 When they return, they check if they're still on,

00:07:36 which just makes it easier to confirm that no one's home.

00:07:39 [MUSIC PLAYING]

00:07:41 An alternative option to show active presence at home

00:07:45 is by making your own audio,

00:07:47 something that plays ambient noises

00:07:49 randomly throughout the day,

00:07:50 with footsteps, conversations, and a dog barking.

00:07:54 [DOG BARKING]

00:07:56 Leaving your lights on is also not a good idea.

00:07:58 Someone spying will notice your house easier,

00:08:02 especially at night.

00:08:03 And you'll be further robbed on your electricity bill.

00:08:06 [MUSIC PLAYING]

00:08:08 You're just about ready to leave on your vacation

00:08:11 and need to take the trash out.

00:08:13 If you have some large boxes, break them down

00:08:16 so they can fit inside the bin.

00:08:18 Hide any clues about what valuables you recently received.

00:08:22 [MUSIC PLAYING]

00:08:24 Last check, all the doors are locked

00:08:26 and no windows are left open.

00:08:28 Now you can finally enjoy your trip.

00:08:30 [MUSIC PLAYING]

00:08:32 But as you enjoy yourself in your picturesque location,

00:08:36 leave any snaps on your phone while you're over there

00:08:39 and post them online only when you return.

00:08:41 [MUSIC PLAYING]

00:08:43 If you do share your photos while you're away,

00:08:46 it will have made all your preparations pointless.

00:08:48 Every criminal in the area will know you're not home.

00:08:52 [MUSIC PLAYING]

00:08:54 But with 2.5 million houses burgled annually in the USA,

00:08:59 a house without a modern security system

00:09:02 is 300% more likely to be broken into.

00:09:05 When you get back from your break,

00:09:07 it will be a great idea to install one.

00:09:09 Neighborhood watch plans are a fantastic way

00:09:13 to get your community looking out for each other.

00:09:15 If you're going on a Christmas getaway,

00:09:17 ask your neighbors to keep an eye on your place.

00:09:20 They can do this through simple activities

00:09:23 like moving your letters from the mailbox

00:09:25 or turning on a light once in a while.

00:09:28 This can make it seem like your house is busy.

00:09:30 Not only does this reduce the risk of unwanted guests,

00:09:33 but some insurance companies might even cut you a deal

00:09:36 if you're part of a local plan.

00:09:38 That extra money could come in handy for Christmas presents,

00:09:42 just saying.

00:09:43 [MUSIC PLAYING]

00:09:45 Burglars also need to get pretty creative

00:09:48 during the holiday season, too.

00:09:50 There have been cases of crooks melting locks

00:09:52 on doors, windows, and sheds.

00:09:54 It sounds a bit extreme, but it can happen.

00:09:58 Make sure your locks are working,

00:10:00 more so during this time of the year.

00:10:03 Also, think about installing wood or steel composite doors

00:10:06 that won't be as easily damaged.

00:10:08 Store your car or spare house keys somewhere safe,

00:10:12 away from curious eyes,

00:10:14 in case any unwanted guests come knocking.

00:10:16 Another good idea is to mark your stuff.

00:10:20 That's because burglars hate personalized items.

00:10:23 If your belongings have your name, phone number,

00:10:26 or address on them, they're a tough item to sell.

00:10:28 Plus, it's easier for law enforcement

00:10:31 to spot your things.

00:10:33 So whenever possible, put your personal touch

00:10:35 on your valuables through carving or embroidery.

00:10:38 It will also increase the odds of your goods

00:10:41 finding their way back to you in case they get taken away.

00:10:43 Here's another smart way to make it seem like your home

00:10:47 while you're out and about,

00:10:48 if you can't rely on your neighbors.

00:10:50 Use timers for your lights and leave the radio on.

00:10:53 You can even leave an ironing board

00:10:55 with a pile of clothes nearby

00:10:57 to make it look like you just stepped out.

00:10:59 Just remember to turn the iron off.

00:11:01 [MUSIC]

00:11:03 During this time of the year,

00:11:04 your vehicle needs some extra care too.

00:11:07 With people out shopping for Christmas presents

00:11:09 and stashing them in their trunks,

00:11:11 those cars become prime targets.

00:11:13 Never leave your car alone

00:11:16 with your Christmas haul inside.

00:11:17 Always park in a well-lit spot

00:11:20 or on a driveway to scare off opportunistic thieves.

00:11:23 And you know those frosty mornings

00:11:26 when you leave your engine running

00:11:27 to defrost your windshield?

00:11:28 Forget about it.

00:11:30 Leaving your car unattended

00:11:31 with the keys in the ignition is pretty dangerous.

00:11:34 Most of us think that a "Beware of Dog" sign

00:11:38 is a good way to keep unwanted strangers at bay.

00:11:41 But during the day,

00:11:42 it can actually signal that there's no alarm set

00:11:45 around your house,

00:11:46 since dogs can trigger sensors unnecessarily.

00:11:49 Burglars might think it's an opportunity to sneak in.

00:11:53 So if you don't have a guard dog,

00:11:55 maybe reconsider that sign.

00:11:57 However, you might want to set a free

00:12:00 "Guard Dog" skill on Alexa.

00:12:02 You can remotely activate it

00:12:03 to make a barking and growling dog noise.

00:12:06 That should make anyone think twice about breaking in.

00:12:09 Browsing through received Christmas cards

00:12:12 at the end of the year is pretty special.

00:12:14 Burglars love it too.

00:12:15 More so when you toss the envelopes in the bin.

00:12:18 It's their free pass to all sorts of personal information

00:12:21 about you and your family.

00:12:23 Make sure to rip up any piece of paper

00:12:26 or packaging before taking them to the trash.

00:12:28 Also, if your floor is a mess of cards and letters,

00:12:32 it's a clear sign to burglars that you're not home.

00:12:34 You might want to get a cage for your letterbox

00:12:37 to hide your mail and prevent letterbox phishing.

00:12:40 If you're heading out of town for the holidays,

00:12:44 it's also a good idea to tidy up your house

00:12:47 before departing.

00:12:48 Leaving suitcases and bags out

00:12:50 signal your house might be empty,

00:12:52 so it may become an easier target.

00:12:54 Hide them under the bed or in the garage

00:12:56 before leaving the house.

00:12:58 Also, think about your family calendar.

00:13:00 If you've got your birthday dates displayed

00:13:02 where outsiders can see them,

00:13:04 you might be in for an unpleasant surprise visit.

00:13:07 Try to switch to online calendars.

00:13:09 They're easier to be kept private.

00:13:11 I know, I know, we all want our Christmas trees

00:13:15 by the window for that picture-perfect cozy look.

00:13:18 But the problem is, it also gives thieves

00:13:20 a good look at your presents.

00:13:21 Lights on your tree can also tell them

00:13:24 if you're home or not.

00:13:25 So maybe use a timer for the lights

00:13:28 and change it up every day.

00:13:29 And don't forget those stockings.

00:13:31 Keep them out of sight.

00:13:33 You can close your blinds upwards as well

00:13:35 to make sure people aren't spying.

00:13:37 Waiting until the last minute to wrap your presents

00:13:41 can be pretty stressful by itself.

00:13:43 It's not the safest move

00:13:45 when it comes to your security either.

00:13:47 Unwrapped gifts are the perfect surprise for burglars

00:13:50 because they can see their value up front

00:13:52 without having to unwrap them.

00:13:55 Try covering each one individually

00:13:57 and skip the gift bags.

00:13:58 Burglars usually make their escape on foot

00:14:01 so they'll steer clear of the bulky bags.

00:14:04 Once you've unwrapped your presents

00:14:05 with your friends and family by your side,

00:14:07 make sure to store your new stuff somewhere safe.

00:14:10 If you've had your Christmas vacation

00:14:12 booked for some time,

00:14:14 you might be excited to share your holiday joy.

00:14:16 Just like you might be excited

00:14:18 to share this video with your friends,

00:14:20 which you totally should.

00:14:22 But be mindful about oversharing personal information

00:14:25 on social media.

00:14:26 Posting pictures of your expensive dinners abroad

00:14:29 can tip off potential thieves

00:14:30 that your home is empty.

00:14:32 Use your privacy settings wisely

00:14:34 and be careful who can see your posts.

00:14:36 Buying alarms and motion sensors

00:14:41 for the darker corners of your home

00:14:43 is also a great idea,

00:14:45 though it does take a bit more planning

00:14:46 and financial investment.

00:14:48 However, the average cost of a burglary

00:14:50 is on average about $3,000,

00:14:53 so consider making the investment.

00:14:55 Don't underestimate those doggy doors and cat flaps.

00:14:59 Some people might even be able to sneak into your house

00:15:02 through the bigger ones.

00:15:03 And while CCTV is great,

00:15:06 burglars tend to be sly.

00:15:07 They will themselves monitor your house for a while,

00:15:10 looking for patterns and potential hiding spots

00:15:13 like bushes or dark areas.

00:15:15 Plus, during the holidays,

00:15:18 they'll be on the lookout for missing cars

00:15:20 as a sign that a house is vacant.

00:15:22 It's not just your house or vehicle

00:15:25 that needs protecting.

00:15:26 When you're out shopping,

00:15:28 try to stick to daytime if you can.

00:15:30 If you have to go at night,

00:15:32 try not to go alone.

00:15:34 Also, don't carry loads of cash.

00:15:36 It's better to pay with a credit or a check when you can.

00:15:39 If you do have cash, though,

00:15:41 keep it in your front pocket.

00:15:42 It will be easier to monitor.

00:15:45 If you lose your credit card

00:15:46 or notice anything funny going on in your banking app,

00:15:49 call the credit card company right away.

00:15:51 To buy presents in advance

00:15:56 to avoid overloading yourself with bags,

00:15:59 you need to see where you're going

00:16:00 and move freely to avoid accidents.

00:16:02 Even better, switch to buying gifts online.

00:16:05 Just make sure to stick to reputable websites.

00:16:08 They'll take better care of your personal information.

00:16:11 If you do have to get some stuff

00:16:13 from the local mall, for instance,

00:16:14 watch out for strangers who might approach you.

00:16:17 Especially around this time of year,

00:16:19 scammers might try to distract you

00:16:21 and steal your valuables.

00:16:23 During the holiday season,

00:16:25 you might get all jolly

00:16:26 and let more people into your home,

00:16:28 especially if you're planning to host larger parties.

00:16:31 Be mindful, though, that some out there

00:16:34 might pretend to be friendly neighbors bearing gifts

00:16:36 just to sneak a peek at your house and valuables.

00:16:39 Keep an eye out for uninvited visitors,

00:16:42 especially if they seem a bit off.

00:16:44 If you're heading out

00:16:47 but need someone to water your plants,

00:16:49 feed your pets,

00:16:50 or handle your curtains,

00:16:52 don't be tempted to hide spare keys in plain sight.

00:16:55 It's more obvious than you think.

00:16:57 Burglars are clever

00:16:58 and they know all the usual hiding spots

00:17:00 like under flower pots or on top of door frames.

00:17:03 Instead, give those spare keys to someone you trust,

00:17:07 like a family member or a neighbor.

00:17:09 Wow, if you're a lucky owner of a brand new iPhone 12

00:17:16 or you've just updated your operating system

00:17:18 to iOS 14,

00:17:20 don't be afraid of that creepy green or orange dot

00:17:24 that pops up in the upper right corner.

00:17:26 Green dot shows you're using your camera,

00:17:29 and orange indicates you're using the microphone.

00:17:32 Let's say you have TikTok in the background

00:17:35 that might passively use both camera and mic.

00:17:37 These dots will show it.

00:17:39 It can help control the battery life.

00:17:41 To make your iPhone louder,

00:17:43 go to Settings, Music,

00:17:45 and find the equalizer.

00:17:48 It's called EQ in the menu.

00:17:50 Late night option will make your phone

00:17:52 about 20% louder than it used to be.

00:17:54 You can also create a unique vibration

00:17:58 for any of your contacts.

00:18:00 Go to Settings,

00:18:00 Sounds,

00:18:02 and open the ringtone settings.

00:18:04 You usually have the default vibration,

00:18:07 but if you scroll down a bit,

00:18:08 you're gonna see the Custom section.

00:18:10 Tap any rhythm you like and save it.

00:18:13 You can set it for any of your contacts.

00:18:16 If customized vibration isn't enough,

00:18:19 and you still miss your granny's calls,

00:18:21 try to customize the flash.

00:18:23 Turn it on as an extra notification

00:18:26 for incoming calls.

00:18:27 Go to General Settings,

00:18:29 choose the Accessibility section,

00:18:31 and head to Hearing.

00:18:33 Turn on the LED flash for alerts.

00:18:35 You're never gonna miss that call again.

00:18:37 If you press the Space button and start sliding,

00:18:42 you'll have a cursor.

00:18:44 It can be handy if you want to find a typo

00:18:46 or correct some word in the notes

00:18:48 or whatever text you're dealing with.

00:18:50 Now, if you typed a very long message,

00:18:54 but it turns out you need to get rid of it,

00:18:56 you can literally shake it off.

00:18:58 Just shake the phone to undo the typing.

00:19:00 Whenever you need to choose more than one icon,

00:19:04 tap and hold only one,

00:19:06 and with the second finger,

00:19:08 add all the other icons you need.

00:19:10 This one's not gonna work

00:19:12 if you have an iPhone 6 or older.

00:19:14 The newest iPhones have a super convenient feature

00:19:17 that is helpful when you need to go

00:19:18 from one application to another.

00:19:21 Look at that line at the bottom of the screen.

00:19:23 Slide left or right and find the app you need.

00:19:27 No more double-tapping and notification center.

00:19:29 If you like falling asleep to your favorite music

00:19:33 or to another YouTube video,

00:19:35 just like I do,

00:19:36 go to Clock.

00:19:37 Tap the timer and select

00:19:39 When the time ends section.

00:19:42 Scroll down until you see

00:19:43 Stop playing button.

00:19:45 This feature shuts down all the media apps,

00:19:48 such as music,

00:19:49 any windows that play sounds or video,

00:19:51 and even the YouTube app.

00:19:53 Pretty handy if you ever woke up at 3am

00:19:56 in the middle of some random video

00:19:58 that was auto-played.

00:19:59 We're all used to messengers,

00:20:02 but iMessages are fun.

00:20:04 Press the send button to add different wow effects

00:20:08 to your message.

00:20:09 The bubble section has 4 features.

00:20:11 Invisible ink makes it impossible to read the message

00:20:14 unless you wipe it with a finger.

00:20:16 Slide the finger from right to left

00:20:18 and back to kinda clear it.

00:20:20 With the gentle effect,

00:20:22 the letters seem really tiny at the start,

00:20:24 but then they grow larger.

00:20:26 The loud effect, vice versa,

00:20:28 makes them pop at the start

00:20:30 so they appear way larger,

00:20:32 but the size goes back to normal in a few seconds.

00:20:34 The slam effect speaks for itself.

00:20:37 The message literally slams the screen.

00:20:41 Tap the right button called the screen effects.

00:20:43 It's fun too.

00:20:44 For example, it has echo effects,

00:20:47 so your friend's screen's gonna be overwhelmed

00:20:50 with echoing texts.

00:20:51 Slide right for a lot more different effects.

00:20:54 There's definitely one for touching text

00:20:56 you're about to send.

00:20:57 The iPhone font has different sizes as well.

00:21:00 To make it bigger or smaller,

00:21:02 go to the display and brightness section in the setting.

00:21:06 Tap the text size and adjust it the way you like.

00:21:10 You can take a selfie

00:21:11 not only with the volume button on your phone,

00:21:14 but simply by hitting that button on your headphones.

00:21:17 This hack is for iPhone users,

00:21:19 but many Androids can use it too.

00:21:21 Mind that it usually works with original headphones.

00:21:24 iPhones may not have the most durable batteries,

00:21:28 but they beat everyone when it comes to photo quality.

00:21:32 Turn on the grid in the camera settings.

00:21:34 Go to General,

00:21:36 choose Camera.

00:21:38 To enable the grid,

00:21:39 it can help you make better compositions in the photo.

00:21:42 If you like typing with one hand,

00:21:45 it's probably high time you set the right keyboard.

00:21:48 While typing, hold the globe button.

00:21:51 Three keyboards will appear.

00:21:52 The one on the left is used whenever you type

00:21:55 holding your phone in the left hand.

00:21:57 The one in the middle is for both hands,

00:21:59 and the one on the right is for typing with the right hand only.

00:22:02 If you like writing long, romantic letters in your notes

00:22:07 but don't want anyone to read them,

00:22:09 set a pass to any of your notes.

00:22:11 There are two ways to do that, depending on your iPhone model.

00:22:15 For iPhone 6, you gotta slide from right to left

00:22:18 and see three icons – lock, folder, and bin.

00:22:21 Use the bin if the romantic letter is bad,

00:22:25 and the lock to protect it from peaky eyes.

00:22:28 Set the pass, but make sure you actually remember it –

00:22:31 you can't delete it.

00:22:32 If this didn't work, just tap and hold the note itself,

00:22:36 and you'll see the password bar in the drop-down menu.

00:22:40 Set the pass, and nobody's gonna know

00:22:42 about the romantic letters to Jane you're writing at night.

00:22:45 Newest models of iPhone support the coolest feature ever.

00:22:50 Now you can make a screenshot of the whole browser page in one file.

00:22:54 To do this, press the volume up button plus the power button.

00:23:04 If you need to find some special word combination

00:23:06 while you're reading an online article,

00:23:09 go to the search bar and type the word you're interested in.

00:23:12 You're gonna see three sections – Google search,

00:23:15 bookmarks and history, and on this page.

00:23:18 Tap the last one.

00:23:19 The word you need's gonna be highlighted in yellow.

00:23:22 Plus, there'll be a special navigation bar on the bottom

00:23:26 with the arrows up and down to look for the keyword easily.

00:23:29 Don't forget to refresh your iPhone's RAM every now and again.

00:23:33 It can help your device work better and faster.

00:23:36 To do that, you gotta drill down deep.

00:23:38 Go to setting, general, accessibility, assistive touch, and turn it on.

00:23:44 Press plus, then minus, and then the power button.

00:23:49 You'll see the power off bar.

00:23:50 Press the assistive touch and hold the home button.

00:23:54 The RAM's refreshed now.

00:23:56 If you see the enter pass notification after you did it,

00:24:00 it means you did it all right.

00:24:03 Assistive touch can also help you set new functions to simple taps.

00:24:07 Go to settings, general, accessibility, and in the assistive touch section,

00:24:13 you can change any commands in the custom actions menu.

00:24:17 For a double tap, I chose the screenshot

00:24:20 since a combination of home plus power button seems a bit inconvenient.

00:24:24 To make a screenshot, tap the accessibility menu circle twice.

00:24:29 People with iPhones don't need a separate app for QR readers

00:24:33 since all the iPhones have them built in.

00:24:35 Turn on the camera and point it to the code.

00:24:38 You'll see the pop-up window on the top of the screen.

00:24:41 Tap the window, and you'll go straight to whatever link the QR code had.

00:24:45 If it doesn't work, enable the scan QR codes function in the camera settings.

00:24:50 You can actually set any song you like for the alarm clock.

00:24:57 Go to the alarm and press edit in the right upper corner.

00:25:01 Tap the time you want to change the melody for.

00:25:04 In the sound section, choose pick a song and go for any song added to your library.

00:25:10 Disclaimer, your best love song will probably turn into your worst enemy

00:25:14 after a couple of mornings you use it as an alarm.

00:25:16 One of the most hated problems of all iPhone users is when you run out of memory.

00:25:22 Even if you delete the photos, there's still not enough space.

00:25:26 Go to settings, iPhone storage, and make sure that recently deleted photos are actually deleted.

00:25:34 If not, delete them in the storage sections.

00:25:36 Note that your messages can contain heavy files,

00:25:40 so you can restrict how long the message can be stored.

00:25:43 In the message history, tap the keep messages button.

00:25:47 It's forever by default, but you can keep them for 1 year or even only 30 days.

00:25:53 If you deal with many documents to be signed,

00:25:56 this hack can help you sign them without even printing and scanning.

00:25:59 Take a screenshot of the document you want to sign.

00:26:03 Then tap the screenshot to make changes.

00:26:06 Tap the plus button in the right lower corner.

00:26:08 Choose the signature button in the toolbar, and here we go!

00:26:12 Sign the document with your finger, and save the changes by pressing the button marked done.

00:26:18 And so are we!

00:26:19 Endless hot deserts seem lifeless at first glance.

00:26:23 But among these sands, you can meet dangerous and sometimes creepy creatures.

00:26:29 Some of them can only cause health problems, but some can stay in your memory forever.

00:26:36 Let's get to know them, starting with dangerous ones and finishing with real nightmares.

00:26:42 So, you're walking through a desert, and you see a group of creatures.

00:26:47 So, you're walking through a desert, and you see a big teddy bear with open hands.

00:26:51 You understand that it's probably a mirage, but still, you come closer.

00:26:57 You were right.

00:26:58 It's not a plush toy, but a giant cactus.

00:27:02 There's something strange about it.

00:27:04 Thanks to some strange fluff, the branches resemble the arms of a teddy bear.

00:27:09 However, this is not fluff, but thousands of thin needles.

00:27:14 And they are the reason you shouldn't come closer.

00:27:18 The cactus is called the jumping cholla, or teddy bear cholla.

00:27:22 It grows in the desert areas of Arizona and in the northern part of Mexico.

00:27:27 Don't worry, this cactus won't attack you, but it will cling to your skin or clothes if you touch it.

00:27:33 Such a fur coat protects the cactus from animals, creates shade, and saves it from heat.

00:27:41 The lateral branches are the most important parts of the plant,

00:27:44 as they carry out photosynthesis and accumulate a large amount of moisture inside.

00:27:49 So, despite all the danger, the cactus can be helpful for desert wanderers.

00:27:54 And the danger here is needles.

00:27:56 If you look closer at them, you will see they have the shape of hooks.

00:28:00 One touch, and hundreds of thorns are already in your finger.

00:28:05 It's pretty difficult to get rid of them, and the needles cause unpleasant, painful sensations.

00:28:11 But the coolest thing about this cactus is the way it reproduces.

00:28:14 The plant clones itself in a new place.

00:28:17 When animals and people pass the jumping cholla and touch it,

00:28:23 the cactus gives them a small piece of itself, along with the needles.

00:28:27 As soon as you throw this piece to the ground, it takes root and starts growing.

00:28:32 The degree of danger is rising.

00:28:36 The next monster from the desert is running toward us, and that is an ostrich.

00:28:42 Many think these animals are cowards hiding their heads in the sand.

00:28:46 You will most likely change your mind if you're unlucky enough to meet one.

00:28:50 Usually, ostriches are not aggressive, but you should run if you come closer to their nest.

00:28:56 On the other hand, you won't be able to do that because ostriches move at a speed of 43 miles per

00:29:03 hour. You need a car to get away from them.

00:29:07 They run and hit their enemy with their chests.

00:29:09 There have been cases when ostriches attacked vans and caused significant damage to them.

00:29:14 But the main danger these birds present is their powerful legs with sharp claws.

00:29:20 They can deliver strong blows with them and even beat a prone opponent.

00:29:25 So, yes, if you see an ostrich in the distance, go the other way.

00:29:31 This small spotted lizard lives underground almost all the time in the arid deserts of

00:29:36 the southwestern US and northwestern Mexico.

00:29:39 Sometimes it goes outside to find lunch.

00:29:42 It only seems cute, but in fact, it's a dangerous gila monster.

00:29:48 Its thick skin protects the reptile from hawks, coyotes, and other predators.

00:29:53 But its main protection is its venom.

00:29:58 Snakes and spiders inject their toxins using long needle-like fangs.

00:30:03 The gila monster clamps down and chews the prey to spread the venom.

00:30:08 And when it bites a person, it can keep its jaws closed for a long time.

00:30:13 Getting rid of the animal is a tricky feat.

00:30:16 People who have experienced the effects of the venom say it feels as if hot magma passes

00:30:22 through the veins.

00:30:23 Despite this, the lizard turned out to be useful for science.

00:30:27 Doctors used its venom to create medicines for diabetes and obesity.

00:30:31 The time has come.

00:30:34 Now you're about to meet one of the creepiest creatures living in the desert.

00:30:39 Be quiet and listen to the silence.

00:30:43 Stand still.

00:30:44 There's no one around.

00:30:46 Suddenly, you hear some hissing coming from below.

00:30:50 You lower your head and see it.

00:30:52 A big yellow spider the size of a human palm with strong jaws and long legs hides in the

00:30:58 shadow of your body.

00:30:59 In horror, you run away from this monster.

00:31:03 But it goes after you.

00:31:04 It isn't easy to do it in this situation.

00:31:08 But try to calm down.

00:31:09 The creature isn't interested in you.

00:31:12 It wants only your shadow to hide from the scorching sun.

00:31:16 Anyway, it's better not to touch it.

00:31:19 The powerful jaws of the camel spider can cause unpleasant sensations, to put it mildly.

00:31:25 And, by the way, this creature isn't really a spider.

00:31:29 Yeah, it belongs to the class of arachnids.

00:31:33 But it's a separate species.

00:31:35 Salpagid.

00:31:36 It likes to bite.

00:31:39 It's fearless and pretty aggressive.

00:31:42 The spider preys on insects, lizards, rodents, and small birds.

00:31:46 It can also move at a speed of 10 miles per hour.

00:31:50 For their small size, this is very fast.

00:31:52 You need to be a professional athlete to run away from it.

00:31:56 Most often, you can find camel spiders in the deserts of the Middle East.

00:32:01 But they also live in Mexico and the southwestern US.

00:32:04 These runners are nocturnal and try to avoid the sun during the day.

00:32:09 So they are always hunting your shadow.

00:32:12 By the way, they got their name because they often hide in the shadows of camels.

00:32:17 You won't hide from them during the day, but they will also want to come after you at night.

00:32:22 Especially if you make a fire.

00:32:24 Salpagids always run to the light in the hope of eating something.

00:32:27 Some species of these spiders make a hissing sound to scare their enemies away.

00:32:32 Now, let's calm down for a second and leave the hot desert.

00:32:37 We're going into the humid tropics of Tanzania.

00:32:41 Under tree bark, fallen leaves, and in dark caves,

00:32:44 you can meet one of the most terrifying creatures on Earth.

00:32:48 A tailless whip scorpion.

00:32:50 Imagine a big scorpion without a tail,

00:32:52 with a flat body that looks like it has been pressed by something.

00:32:56 It's similar to spiders, but has no venom glands and can't spin a web.

00:33:00 This monster is silent and fast.

00:33:04 But the scariest thing is its two front claws, twice as long as the creature itself.

00:33:10 Any prey it catches will never escape.

00:33:12 Life in a dark cave has spoiled its eyesight, so the whip scorpion tries to avoid sunlight.

00:33:20 During molting, it climbs up to the ceiling and slowly comes out of its old skin.

00:33:25 Imagine directing your flashlight there

00:33:29 and seeing small cocoons out of which pale spiders with excessively long legs crawl.

00:33:36 If you really meet it, be calm and slowly go away as far as possible.

00:33:41 Be careful.

00:33:43 The flat scorpion can crawl under your clothes in a second and bite you in the stomach.

00:33:48 And that's not the worst part.

00:33:50 Okay, this is a joke.

00:33:52 This pretty guy is one of the shyest and most harmless creatures among spiders and scorpions.

00:33:58 It's afraid of you and will never attack.

00:34:00 Many consider it beautiful and keep whip scorpions in glass terrariums.

00:34:06 If you want such a pet, carefully watch it so that it doesn't run away from its house.

00:34:10 If it happens, it will be pretty challenging to catch it again.

00:34:14 In a matter of moments, it can get under your bed or go through gaps in the floor.

00:34:20 Then it'll go to your neighbor's apartment through a ventilation system and scare people there.

00:34:24 Okay, how about one more scorpion?

00:34:29 It's not as creepy as the other creatures in this video,

00:34:33 but it's the most venomous scorpion in the USA.

00:34:35 This is the Arizona Bark Scorpion.

00:34:39 The problem is that you can see it in the desert, in your home, or in the yard.

00:34:44 These dangerous venomous beasts crawl into rooms and often sting people.

00:34:48 One time is enough to cause pain, similar to a bee sting.

00:34:52 But someone with an allergy may experience paralysis,

00:34:55 breathing problems, and other health issues.

00:35:00 You check into your hotel room, connect to Wi-Fi,

00:35:03 jump on the bed, and post 15 photos of your new window view.

00:35:07 When the initial surge of excitement is gone,

00:35:10 you notice a suspicious blinking light on your big TV.

00:35:13 Could it be that someone is watching you?

00:35:16 Or have you just seen too many spy movies?

00:35:19 Well, hidden cameras come in all shapes and sizes.

00:35:23 Large ones are easy to spot, but the small ones can be really sneaky and inconspicuous.

00:35:29 They can be hiding behind furniture, in decorations, or vents,

00:35:33 and anywhere else you'll have trouble noticing.

00:35:36 There are even special cameras that can be hidden in everyday movable objects,

00:35:41 like alarm clocks, picture frames, vases, and lamps.

00:35:44 Check to see if these objects are facing at a strange angle,

00:35:49 or if they're positioned to get the best view of your room or bathroom.

00:35:53 The easiest way to spot a hidden cam is to look for the lens reflection,

00:35:58 because all cameras come with lenses.

00:36:00 Turn off the lights and slowly scan the room with a flashlight,

00:36:05 laser pointer, or a special wireless spy cam detector.

00:36:08 It comes with infrared scanning lights and one illuminating light.

00:36:13 When you find a reflective red spot,

00:36:15 you gotta turn on the flashlight to help check if there is a hidden camera.

00:36:19 Definitely check the vents along with any other holes and gaps in the walls or ceiling.

00:36:25 Some advanced detectors even show you what the camera is seeing,

00:36:29 making it way easier to spot and disable.

00:36:31 The detectors only work on cameras that are turned on and working normally though.

00:36:37 Your mobile phone can also help you find some hidden threats.

00:36:43 Turn on Bluetooth and walk around, see if any unknown devices pop up on the screen.

00:36:49 Another idea is to install a network scanner app

00:36:53 that shows all devices that are connected to the Wi-Fi network you're using at the hotel.

00:36:57 When it's done scanning, study the list for devices called something like "IP camera" or "cam".

00:37:04 Plus, you can put your phone on selfie mode, turn off the light and close the curtains,

00:37:11 and look around the room slowly while focusing on the screen.

00:37:15 Keep an eye out for purple or white lights on the screen.

00:37:20 You can play detective some more and call your friend or family member

00:37:24 and start walking around your room.

00:37:26 Secret cameras should emit a sort of radio frequency.

00:37:30 It will most likely interfere with your phone call signal.

00:37:33 If you start hearing any weird noises while you're on the phone in a certain area of your room,

00:37:40 make sure to inspect it carefully.

00:37:42 Check out the light switches, electrical outlets,

00:37:46 lamps and other objects you normally wouldn't pay attention to.

00:37:50 If they look a bit crooked, have a hole or seem misplaced,

00:37:55 it could be a sign that someone tampered with them.

00:37:57 Many spy devices need wires and whoever installed them had to hide those wires,

00:38:03 often behind the vinyl baseboard.

00:38:05 That's why the place where the floor and the wall meet is another area you should check.

00:38:11 Ridges, bumps or discoloration could be a sign there's a microphone hiding there.

00:38:17 The same goes for spots on ceilings and walls, even if they're not larger than a coin.

00:38:23 If you do find a hidden camera or something looking suspicious,

00:38:28 don't shy away and let the hotel administration or your booking service know about it.

00:38:33 Don't try to touch or move the device yourself.

00:38:36 If the hotel denies everything, contact local law enforcement.

00:38:40 After you've scanned the room for cameras, check out the mirrors.

00:38:46 Someone could be watching you from the other side.

00:38:48 First, see if the mirror is built into the wall or can be adjusted.

00:38:53 If the mirror is semi-transparent, it will be built into the wall.

00:38:58 You can do a simple test to check the mirror.

00:39:00 Press your fingertip against the glass and push firmly enough to leave a fingerprint

00:39:06 as you move your finger away.

00:39:08 Study the fingerprint.

00:39:10 If there's a small gap between the print and the mirror where the glass should be,

00:39:15 then it's just a mirror.

00:39:16 On a semi-transparent mirror, there will be no gap.

00:39:20 Another way to check if your mirror is semi-transparent is simply to tap the glass.

00:39:26 If someone is watching you from the other side, the mirror will make an empty sound.

00:39:32 A double mirror needs a brighter light on the other side than on yours.

00:39:36 Get close to it and cup your hands around your eyes.

00:39:40 Do you see some light behind the mirror?

00:39:43 If so, you might have an unwanted audience.

00:39:46 Before you leave your room or go to bed, make sure every door is securely locked.

00:39:52 By every door, I mean not only the entrance to the room,

00:39:56 but also the door leading to the terrace, if you have one.

00:39:59 You can bring a portable door lock with you for extra security if you're staying in.

00:40:04 You could also start a little DIY project and wrap a belt

00:40:09 or a bag strap around the arm that pushes the door shut.

00:40:13 Buckle it up and wrap it around several times for an extra layer of protection.

00:40:18 Another idea for when you're about to nap or go to sleep

00:40:22 is to build a pyramid of stuff by the door.

00:40:25 Glasses and mugs will do perfectly.

00:40:28 If someone tries to get inside while you're sleeping, there'll be some serious noise.

00:40:33 Intruders prefer to keep it low-key,

00:40:36 so they're highly likely to give up on robbing you straight away.

00:40:41 If you travel with some valuables and don't feel comfortable leaving them around the room,

00:40:45 you could put them in the safe inside your room.

00:40:48 But because those safes use passcodes instead of physical locks,

00:40:52 someone from the hotel has to know the master code to unlock it, just in case.

00:40:57 So, you can bring your own safe with you instead.

00:41:00 You can find the ones looking like books on Amazon, for example.

00:41:04 They're made of strong metal and textured paper.

00:41:07 They come with a combination lock and have enough room to fit your passports, cash, and jewelry.

00:41:12 In case you have to leave your laptop in the room

00:41:17 and want to make sure no one plugs in a USB drive to steal your data,

00:41:21 here's what you can do.

00:41:22 Leave a bottle of water or some other item next to the USB port.

00:41:27 Measure the distance. Let's say it's one thumb length away.

00:41:31 For someone to plug in their device in the laptop, they need to move the bottle.

00:41:36 You can take it one step further and drop a pen parallel to the laptop under a certain angle.

00:41:42 You can measure the angle with your smartwatch or phone using the Compass app.

00:41:48 Again, if someone moves it, you'll know.

00:41:50 Even something as simple as a "Please do not disturb" sign

00:41:56 can help you figure out if someone entered your room while you were away.

00:42:00 Make it look like you left in a rush and the sign

00:42:03 accidentally stuck between the door and the doorframe.

00:42:06 If you come back and the sign is hanging freely,

00:42:09 then someone must have ignored it and tried to disturb you.

00:42:12 In that case, you can contact reception

00:42:16 and ask to send someone to enter the room with you to keep you safe.

00:42:19 If you care about the cleanliness of your room as much as you do about your belongings

00:42:25 and your personal safety, this one's for you.

00:42:28 Hotel housekeeping workers normally have up to 20 rooms to take care of on an 8-hour shift.

00:42:36 It means they'll have no more than 30 minutes for your room.

00:42:40 It gives them enough time to make the bed,

00:42:43 clean the floors in the room and the bathroom, empty the trash bins, and dust all surfaces.

00:42:48 But they rarely have the time to take care of smaller objects

00:42:53 like light switches, door and drawer handles, and remotes.

00:42:56 And yes, these are exactly the objects you'll be in contact with the most.

00:43:01 They can actually have more germs than the toilet.

00:43:05 So if you want to be sure those germs won't land on your hands,

00:43:09 bring enough antibacterial wipes to clean all those things before you touch them.

00:43:14 Well, it's a nice Sunday afternoon and you're shopping at your regular grocery store

00:43:19 when you stumble upon a bloated package in the fresh produce aisle.

00:43:23 You check the product information. It seems well within its expiration date.

00:43:28 Then why the unusual shape, you may wonder?

00:43:31 The answer is not always straightforward.

00:43:34 For some types of fresh products, such as meat, fish, or seafood,

00:43:38 sometimes even salads and cheese, scientists came up with something called

00:43:42 MAP or Modified Atmosphere Packaging.

00:43:46 To ensure that these types of products with a relatively short shelf life stay fresh for as

00:43:51 long as possible, a combination of gases is introduced in the packaging.

00:43:56 It happens even before the product reaches your local grocery store.

00:44:00 A French professor at the Montpelier School of Pharmacy stumbled upon this method after

00:44:05 he noticed that fruits tend to stay fresh for longer periods of time in low oxygen storage

00:44:11 conditions. The types of gases in MAP packaging can vary from product to product, but the main

00:44:17 idea is to replace or reduce the content of oxygen. It's generally replaced with either

00:44:22 nitrogen or carbon dioxide. Keep in mind that just because a bloated bag of salad is within

00:44:29 its expiration date, it doesn't mean it's always safe to eat. The gases inside the bag may very

00:44:35 well be there for their own purpose, but they can also be a sign that the product is spoiled.

00:44:40 That's why the best course of action when shopping would be to check if the product

00:44:45 is not expired. If it's still within the date, check for any unusual odors or damage to the

00:44:51 packaging. If something seems off, it's best not to risk it. You can reach out to any of the store

00:44:57 staff if you have any questions or concerns. Most supermarkets these days have a layout which

00:45:02 allows for a logical shopping order, like buying non-perishable items first, then adding refrigerated

00:45:09 or frozen products. Fruits and vegetables should come last since you won't want them at the bottom

00:45:14 of your shopping cart. Nobody likes a squished tomato. While I'm on the subject of fruits and

00:45:20 veggies, try to get them earlier in the morning if possible. Veggies that have been sitting out

00:45:26 all day may lose some of their shape and texture, while others may be a bit wilted away. Quick tip

00:45:32 on waste management – never buy more produce than you intend to use in a week. Most fruits and

00:45:38 vegetables don't even last that long, so it's best not to give in to cravings. Shopping on a full

00:45:43 stomach might help with that as well, just as much as going shopping with a pre-made list of things

00:45:49 you need to buy. Thoroughly inspecting the package of every product might save you some hustle later

00:45:55 as well. Refrigerated products need to feel cold to the touch, whilst frozen ones need to be solid

00:46:01 and with no sign of leaking. When you get home, make sure you refrigerate all the necessary items

00:46:07 as soon as possible. Generally, they shouldn't be out of the refrigerator for more than two hours,

00:46:13 otherwise their quality won't stay the same. Buying potted herbs from the grocery store may

00:46:18 not be the first thing on your list, but it's surely something to consider. Not only are they

00:46:23 available for a fraction of the cost, but they're also easy to grow and take care of.

00:46:29 Just picture a nice herb garden right there on your balcony or even in the kitchen – wouldn't

00:46:34 that be nice? You'll always have fresh basil to top a mouth-watering pasta dish.

00:46:39 Since you're still at the grocery store, pick up some coffee filters while you're at it.

00:46:44 You may not have a machine at home that actually uses filters, but there are a lot more things you

00:46:49 can use them for around the house. They can be used for straining liquids, safely stacking delicate

00:46:54 china in your cupboards, or even polishing windows – or shoes, for that matter. If your favorite

00:47:00 fruits and vegetables are on sale, but buying large quantities would mean they'd go to waste,

00:47:05 consider freezing them. You can stock up on items for smoothies, especially for the colder season

00:47:11 when there are limited options for fresh fruits. And don't just grab the first thing on the shelf,

00:47:17 especially if it's likely to go bad quickly. Stores restock their produce following a first-in-first-out

00:47:23 layout, so the items at the back of the shelf will always be a tad bit fresher.

00:47:29 The same goes for tea if you prefer it to coffee. Switch to buying loose-leaf tea,

00:47:34 and you'll not only reduce the cost, you'll also be able to make your own homemade tea blends.

00:47:39 Loose-leaf tea also has a stronger flavor than tea sold in teabags.

00:47:44 As for the other household stuff, stock up on items such as light bulbs, paper towels,

00:47:49 or batteries. Chances are you'll always be needing at least one of these items,

00:47:54 so it's best to buy them in larger quantities when on sale. They never go to waste, and let's face

00:47:59 it – it's always annoying when you run out of batteries at home and your TV remote stops working.

00:48:05 Try to reduce the number of times you go to the grocery store to buy just one item.

00:48:11 It's inefficient, and most likely, you'll end up buying things that you don't actually need.

00:48:16 That shopping list starts to make a lot more sense now, doesn't it?

00:48:20 Another list worth making – the one containing whatever you have in the fridge.

00:48:25 Try to create such a list at least twice a week. Meal planning for at least a week in advance will

00:48:31 also help you reduce impulse buying. If you already know what you'll want for dinner on Wednesday,

00:48:37 why add anything else to the cart if it's unnecessary?

00:48:40 At the same time, start getting creative with your leftovers. There's no need for them to

00:48:46 go to waste when you can mix and match or add some additional herbs and flavors to spice them up.

00:48:51 Store leftovers in transparent containers for added visibility,

00:48:56 and don't be afraid to set out a leftover day during the week.

00:48:59 It's also nice to look at them as ingredients rather than leftovers.

00:49:04 Use extra leftover pasta or steamed vegetables for a frittata or an omelet.

00:49:09 Blend together cooked vegetables with some tomatoes to create a pasta sauce.

00:49:15 Put together some wraps for the next day's lunch with anything from leftover cooked rice

00:49:19 to meat and vegetables. Or, if you're really looking for the easiest method to save leftovers,

00:49:25 you can always turn them into soup. Last night's vegetable side dish can turn into a wholesome

00:49:31 lunch if you simply add a can of broth and blend it all together. Even a 2-day-old loaf of bread

00:49:37 can be salvaged if you cut it diagonally, sprinkle the slices with some herbs and olive oil, and pop

00:49:43 them in the oven for a couple of minutes. You'll then have yourself some nice homemade croutons

00:49:48 for that previously mentioned soup. A little label know-how never hurt anyone either.

00:49:54 Be on the lookout for ingredients you've never heard of or those you can't pronounce.

00:49:58 An item that usually has more than 5 ingredients listed on the packaging should be avoided.

00:50:04 Even the way you carry your groceries in the supermarket can affect how and what you buy.

00:50:09 If you prefer baskets to shopping carts, you're more prone to impulse searches.

00:50:15 That's with a study published by the Journal of Marketing Research claims.

00:50:19 It happens due to the effort you put in actually carrying the items around.

00:50:23 Choosing a shopping cart will most likely make you comfortable enough to browse through enough

00:50:28 products and read labels thoroughly. When your grocery list is not too big,

00:50:33 go for the self-checkout aisle if available. Studies have shown that impulse purchases are

00:50:38 lowered by up to 32% if you actually scan your own items on the way out. That's because the regular

00:50:45 checkout line is specially designed to keep you from letting go of any items you might have

00:50:50 reconsidered buying. There's literally nowhere you can put down your undesired products,

00:50:55 outside of your grocery cart, and if there's anyone else waiting in line behind you,

00:51:00 good luck sliding out. The food arrangement on the shelves can also pose a threat to both your

00:51:06 budget and your habits. Since people are more inclined to buy the items they see first,

00:51:11 the most expensive products are placed at eye level, and the budget options are placed on the

00:51:16 top and bottom shelves. Take your time and scan your aisles of interest. You'll be surprised to

00:51:22 see that most items placed on higher or lower shelves are often not only more cost-effective,

00:51:28 but also less packed with additives or artificial flavor. Hey, be careful, it's a jungle in there!

00:51:35 11% of people on vacation at a hotel room have found hidden cameras in their accommodation.

00:51:42 Imagine how much higher the number would be if more people knew what they were looking for

00:51:48 and how to do it. So how do you detect these hidden cameras? Let's say you've arrived at a

00:51:53 random location for your vacation. You're renting out a lovely apartment. Take out your phone. It'll

00:51:59 be an essential and beneficial source for finding clues of hidden cameras. Turn on your Bluetooth.

00:52:06 Take a walk around the apartment, your room, bathroom, kitchen, and the passageway to the

00:52:10 apartment. Monitor your phone to see if you can detect any unknown devices that appear on your

00:52:16 screen. If something comes up, that's a good indication for a further thorough search. Even

00:52:22 if you don't pick up anything on the Bluetooth, it's still a good idea to thoroughly search your

00:52:26 accommodation anyway. Go to each room, take a close look around, and check the corners of the

00:52:32 walls and ceiling, keeping an eye out for any suspicious holes. Holes are an unlikely place to

00:52:38 find any cameras, unless you're in a haunted house from an old horror film, but it's still a good

00:52:43 idea to check, regardless of how obvious it sounds. Now inspect all the movable objects,

00:52:50 lamps, radios, television, shelves, and whatever else you can find sitting around. Check to see

00:52:55 if they're facing at a strange angle, like if they were aimed toward your bed or bathroom.

00:53:00 Once you've inspected everything with the lights on, turn them off. Some cameras may have small

00:53:06 LED lights that can be in a range of colors. Go over the same area again, looking out for any

00:53:12 suspicious lights. Make sure to check that the fire alarm is just a fire alarm. It's a common

00:53:19 hiding place for cameras, as the fire alarm always has a blinking light. Approach the air vents and

00:53:26 inspect closely. They would be capable of hiding larger cameras inside. Now that we've done a quick

00:53:32 look in the dark, get a flashlight, or use your phone's flashlight, and shine that light around

00:53:38 the room for an even more thorough search. Carefully look for any tiny glints of a camera

00:53:44 screen. The reflection of the light will be minimal, so pay close attention to anything

00:53:49 that glistens. Focus carefully on the inanimate objects in the room, reviewing every angle closely,

00:53:56 even the susceptible plants. You can also utilize the selfie mode of your phone to detect infrared

00:54:02 light sources in the dark, as it doesn't filter them out. These light signals can be found from

00:54:08 night vision cameras, which rely on their infrared waves to detect heat signatures when it's dark.

00:54:14 Put your phone on selfie mode, leave the light off, and look around the room slowly, while focusing

00:54:20 on the screen. It'll be awkward moving around the dark room while looking at the screen in selfie

00:54:25 mode, but try to keep an eye out for purple or white lights on the screen. Now that we've checked

00:54:31 for cameras, it's time to review the mirrors. Cameras could be behind them, and someone could

00:54:37 also be watching from the other side. First, determine whether they're built into the wall

00:54:42 or can be adjusted. If the mirror is semi-transparent, it will be built into the wall.

00:54:47 These aren't common in your bedroom, typically, which would lead to suspicion. You can do a simple

00:54:54 test to check the mirror. Simply press your fingertip onto the glass, pushing firm enough

00:54:59 to ensure that there will be a fingerprint as you move your finger away. Focus closely on the

00:55:04 fingerprint. If there is a small gap between the fingerprint and the mirror where the glass should

00:55:09 be, then it's just a mirror. On a semi-transparent mirror, there will be no gap. The fingernail test

00:55:16 is used similarly, detecting if there is a glass gap between the end of the fingernail and the mirror.

00:55:22 However, both tests may be complex, depending on the lighting in the room and the position the

00:55:28 mirror is facing, so it's not a definitive test in all situations. Semi-transparent mirrors are

00:55:35 generally built into the wall to ensure they work without being detected. The wall must completely

00:55:41 cover the edges. The lighting on the hidden side requires a brighter light source than your side

00:55:46 of the wall for it to work. Put your eyes right up to the glass to further confirm what kind of

00:55:52 mirror you're dealing with. Cup your hands around your eyes, ensuring there is as little amount of

00:55:57 light from your side, and look through to the other side. If there is a slight indication of

00:56:03 light behind the mirror, or if you can see outlines of objects behind it, you have a semi-transparent

00:56:09 mirror. A semi-transparent mirror will have an empty wall behind it, so another method to check

00:56:15 is to simply tap the glass. The sound of tapping on a semi-transparent mirror will produce an empty

00:56:21 sound. If privacy is still a considerable concern after learning how easy it can be to hide cameras,

00:56:28 further options are accessible. You have many options for applications available on your phone.

00:56:33 Some will review the Wi-Fi network to determine any suspicious behavior in the area, as all cameras

00:56:40 and surveillance equipment will connect to the Wi-Fi. These apps help you detect the concerning

00:56:46 names of devices and identify the brand and model of the devices, providing further confirmation

00:56:52 there is a hidden camera nearby. With the many application devices available, many anti-bug

00:56:58 detectors can find hidden cameras, the body of wires, GPS, etc. There is a wide range of these

00:57:06 detectors to choose from, depending on how much you want to spend. Security cameras have come a

00:57:11 long way in recent history. In the world we live in now, you can find a camera in any shape and size.

00:57:18 Anyone can purchase or modify a camera, and even place a camera where they like on their property.

00:57:24 They are so advanced and inconspicuous that one could be watching you right now.

00:57:29 The first surveillance cameras were installed in 1927. From then, surveillance in all forms

00:57:36 has become more prominent throughout the world. The security cameras evolution has developed

00:57:42 significantly. More so recently, since the 1990s, when the development and variations have increased

00:57:48 each year enormously. The application and the number of security cameras in public areas

00:57:54 have grown so much that in 2021, there were estimated to be 1 billion security cameras

00:58:00 worldwide. And considering most people have a phone or a computer device that more than likely

00:58:06 has a camera attached, you can assume there will soon be more cameras than human beings on this

00:58:11 planet. And if that's not concerning enough, there are also more secretive cameras out there that

00:58:17 you're not even aware of, inconspicuously watching your every move while on holiday, at work, at the

00:58:23 gym, or even in your own home. Cameras today are so advanced that there are many out in the streets

00:58:30 with facial recognition technology. Some are computer controlled, identifying an object,

00:58:36 tracking it on its system, and categorizing the objects in its field of view. The definition in

00:58:41 these cameras is so powerful, they can zoom in and focus on the smallest of objects. So when

00:58:47 accessing an ATM, be sure to always cover the keypad when entering your pin code. Hidden cameras

00:58:54 are used discreetly, recording people while they're unaware. They can be wireless and fit

00:59:00 inside all kinds of small spaces like fire alarms, televisions, and many more objects that could fit

00:59:06 a camera as small as a USB slot, making them all the more difficult to detect. Some places to be

00:59:13 wary of hidden cameras are when you're moving into a new rental accommodation and when you're on

00:59:18 vacation. There have been reports of cameras found in hotels and many other forms of accommodation.

00:59:24 It's possible to find places all around the world with hidden devices. In some countries and regions,

00:59:30 it's legal for a proprietor to have hidden cameras and other devices on their premises.

00:59:35 But just because they may be within their legal rights in some instances to monitor their property,

00:59:41 you still have the rights of your privacy and safety. You also have the option to talk to

00:59:46 your host or landlord and question them as to whether there are hidden cameras.

00:59:51 If you feel confident in doing this, when you pose the question to them, look closely to see how they

00:59:56 react, taking careful attention to see how they respond and in what manner. If they're shocked by

01:00:03 the question or simply don't say a word, it may be an indication to leave the premises immediately.

01:00:08 But if you don't want that awkward exchange, we hope that we've provided enough tips to help you

01:00:14 where we can. You wake up in the middle of the night from the feeling as if someone's

01:00:22 peering at you from the darkness. You open your eyes and see, oh hi biscuit, it's your pet hamster

01:00:30 that you took in just yesterday. It's sitting right before you and there's something primal

01:00:36 about it. Suddenly, the hamster stands up on his hind legs and howls like a wolf, only much higher,

01:00:44 like a whistle. Then biscuit scampers to the window, takes one last look at you and jumps

01:00:51 out into the street. What in the world was that? Calm down, it's just that what you took for a

01:00:58 hamster was really a werewolf mouse or simply grasshopper mouse. It's a perfect hunter. It's

01:01:07 agile, quick and doesn't feel pain. The mouse lives in North America and doesn't like digging holes.

01:01:15 Why work if you can drive the owners out of their homes? This cute ball of fuzz preys on grasshoppers,

01:01:22 snakes and spiders, but most of all, it loves dangerous prey. Arizona bark scorpions are

01:01:29 extremely venomous, but our cutie here, he doesn't care. Over millions of years of evolution, the

01:01:36 rodent learned to process scorpion neurotoxins into an energy drink. The venom is for this mouse,

01:01:43 like 100 cups of coffee for you. Plus, it helps you not feel pain. The more venom in the mouse's body,

01:01:51 the more it looks like a Viking gone berserk. After the battle, the rodent raises its head into

01:01:58 the night sky and howls. The sound is more like a whistle, but loud. If the animal howled in the

01:02:06 center of a soccer field, you'd hear it from the stands. This way, the mouse makes itself known

01:02:13 and tells everyone, "I'm in charge here, so don't you dare cross me." You don't believe? Ask the poor scorpion.

01:02:22 So when you woke up in your room, your mouse was singing a victory song. It may have just chased

01:02:28 away a poisonous insect that had infiltrated your room. Nature took pity on humanity and made the

01:02:35 grasshopper mouse small. But if you see one close by, then get out of there quickly. It means the

01:02:42 werewolf mouse is hunting and there's a scorpion somewhere near. Mouse cubs, even in captivity,

01:02:49 remain aggressive. They're like the Spartan children of antiquity. From the first days of life,

01:02:55 they're ready to fight. Imagine that you got a job in a company creating our planet.

01:03:02 You come to the office and your boss says, "Newbie, I need a project on a new animal on my desk tonight."

01:03:09 Beside yourself, you tried a bit too hard and the result was the platypus. The animal is covered

01:03:17 with soft fur. It's got a tail like a beaver's, flippers, and a duck's bill. The platypus lays

01:03:25 eggs, but it feeds its young with milk. You've got a crazy imagination. Male platypuses have

01:03:32 venomous spurs on their hind legs. The venom isn't dangerous to humans, but you still better avoid

01:03:39 petting the animal. If it stings you with those spurs, then a week of severe pain is guaranteed.

01:03:46 What animal has the nastiest temperament on the planet? That's easy, a honey badger. Most of all,

01:03:54 it resembles a skunk that visits the wrestling gym five times a week. And it smells like that too.

01:04:00 The honey badger weighs as much as a two-year-old child, but it's not afraid of anyone. It doesn't

01:04:07 care who's confronting it, be it a venomous snake, two lions, or a pack of hyenas. It'll attack them

01:04:14 and win. You want honey? No problem. Befriend a badger, and it'll demolish a beehive for you.

01:04:22 It's not afraid of stings. The honey badger has thick skin that's difficult to break through,

01:04:29 and also sharp claws and strong jaws. The honey badger scares everyone in Africa,

01:04:36 but it's got cousins in North America and Eurasia. Those guys have a bad temper too.

01:04:43 Although it's difficult to call it a giant, wolverines will not hesitate to attack a bear

01:04:49 or an elk. The animal grows no larger than a medium-sized dog. If you offended it,

01:04:55 then I don't envy you. It's hardy, knows how to swim, and is a fast runner. Wide paws are like

01:05:03 snowshoes and don't allow it to fall into the snow. You can't hide from a wolverine on a tree

01:05:09 either. It climbs with uncanny agility. The wombat is a cute animal that resembles a

01:05:16 fluffy bear. It's stocky and weighs as much as a German shepherd. The wombat lives in Australia,

01:05:23 where it digs deep holes and has the most original protection in the world.

01:05:28 If the enemy tries to get into its underground house, the wombat blocks the entrance with its,

01:05:34 um, backside. This part of the body consists of four fused bones. For a wombat, it's sort of a

01:05:42 shield, and it's difficult for a predator to bite through it. The animal is peaceful, but it has

01:05:48 poor eyesight and, well, it isn't very smart. If it thinks you're posing a threat, it will attack.

01:05:55 The Indian gray mongoose is a real champion when it comes to fighting cobras. During the fight,

01:06:03 it's beautiful and dances so fast that the snake doesn't have time to react to tricks.

01:06:09 The cobra gets tired and decides to run away as soon as possible.

01:06:14 The animal is protected from cobra fangs by its thick fur and immunity to cobra venom.

01:06:20 Mongooses are relatives of cats and are popular pets in India. The animals love to sit on their

01:06:28 owner's lap but retain a wild character. In nature, mongooses rarely attack people,

01:06:35 but if cornered, they become unpredictable.

01:06:38 Nobody knows how many rats there are on the planet exactly, but at least twice as many as

01:06:45 us humans. These are amazing animals that can laugh, dream, and feel stress. They live in packs

01:06:53 and can hunt prey dozens of times larger than themselves. Scientists have found rat bite marks

01:06:59 on the ribs of dinosaurs that are 75 million years old. They also have kings. They don't wear crowns,

01:07:08 though. It's the name for several rats whose tails are tied in a knot. The largest king ever recorded

01:07:15 consisted of 32 animals. Possums have been around since the days of the dinosaurs.

01:07:22 Their acting skills helped them survive to this day. As soon as danger appears nearby,

01:07:28 this hero rarely rushes into the fray, but it doesn't run away either. It falls to the ground

01:07:35 and starts, well, playing possum. It doesn't move at all and even slows down its breath and heartbeat.

01:07:41 I'm sure this animal deserves an Oscar. For realism, this actor releases a scent.

01:07:49 It's so bad that predators would rather stay hungry than approach a possum. The animal has

01:07:55 no control over its acting ability. It's a natural response to stress. Possums aren't aggressive,

01:08:02 but if cornered, they growl. Their fur stands on end and they show their teeth, small but razor

01:08:09 sharp. You won't call the solenodon a nice guy. You can recognize it by red hair, a Pinocchio nose,

01:08:18 and a hairless long tail. It's got sharp teeth and special glands in its mouth make its saliva toxic.

01:08:25 Surprisingly, the animal has no immunity against its own venom. That's why it's really careful

01:08:32 while grooming. Solenodons are aggressive by nature. If it gets bored, it gets angry,

01:08:39 grunts like a pig, and can lunge at anyone in the vicinity. Luckily, its toxic saliva isn't

01:08:45 harmful to humans. The pygmy jerboa is the smallest rodent on Earth. It looks like a baby kangaroo

01:08:54 and weighs a little more than a penny. The largest is the capybara, and it's difficult to look at

01:09:00 without a smile. But this isn't the limit. Millions of years ago, a rodent the size of an African

01:09:08 buffalo lived on the planet. Fulbirames ate plants and resembled both a hippo and an overgrown

01:09:15 guinea pig at the same time. Now, the next animal would easily win the first prize for the most

01:09:22 unusual rodent on the planet. This monster is a naked mole rat. And yes, it's naked and lives

01:09:30 underground. Its appearance is too much even for a rodent. Most of all, the mole rat looks like a

01:09:37 sausage from a horror movie. But that's not the point. On average, a rodent of this size lives

01:09:44 for two to three years. Naked mole rats live in the wild for 30 years. Imagine if people could

01:09:51 live to be a thousand years old. For a rodent, 30 is pretty much the same. Scientists believe

01:09:58 that perhaps this unsightly digger will help humanity solve the problem of aging. One family

01:10:05 can have up to 300 naked mole rats. In the concrete-hard African soil, they dig cities

01:10:12 the size of six football fields. People don't meet these rats. They rarely come to the surface

01:10:19 and drink no water. These rodents get moisture from plant roots.

01:10:23 You're hiking the Point Reyes National Seashore and you bump into a mountain lion. Stay calm.

01:10:28 You need to show it that you're not scared. Shout loudly at the lion. Wave your arms. If that

01:10:33 doesn't work, start throwing rocks, branches, or anything else you can get your hands on. Aim at

01:10:38 the ground in front of the lion. Never throw anything directly at it. That will only make it

01:10:43 angry. If the lion is getting closer, protect your most vulnerable spots. It will aim for the neck

01:10:49 and try to grab your arms, so tilt your head forward and protect your neck. And don't make

01:10:54 sweeping arm movements. When the lion realizes that you're not an easy opponent, it will probably

01:10:59 back off and run away. You're in Yellowstone. Here you have to come face to face with the grizzly

01:11:06 bear. It's drinking water from a creek. A safe distance is 200 feet. The grizzly is spotty.

01:11:11 It stands on its hind legs and looks in your direction. Now it's about the height of an average

01:11:16 basketball player and it weighs almost 800 pounds, so you don't stand a chance to win. You have to

01:11:22 freeze in place. Grizzlies have poor eyesight, so it just might not see you, but then it starts

01:11:27 walking in your direction. Don't turn your back to it and don't even try to run as fast as you can.

01:11:31 It will chase you. You need to seem bigger than you really are. Wave your arms and spread your

01:11:36 legs a little wider. Always talk and shout at the bear. It will understand that you're not a humble

01:11:42 deer. Try to make a clanking sound of metal. If you have food with you, don't throw it at the bear.

01:11:47 Just put it on the ground and keep backing away while facing the bear. If it starts running

01:11:52 towards you, your only chance is to fall to the ground and freeze. Bears aren't scavengers,

01:11:57 so if it thinks you're not alive, it'll just sniff you, shrug, and walk away. Now you go diving on

01:12:02 the Florida coast. You have to protect yourself from the great white shark. Never wear shiny and

01:12:07 blinging jewelry when swimming. It attracts sharks. And never swim at night. This is when they go out

01:12:13 looking for food. Lots of splashing water can also attract this marine predator. But if the shark

01:12:18 swims towards you anyway, the rule here is one. Do everything in your power to defeat it. Try to stay

01:12:24 calm and swim to the shore. If the shark chooses you as food, there's only one thing that can scare

01:12:28 it off. Try to punch the shark in the nose, eyes, or gills. Now you're in Africa. Here in the tall

01:12:34 grass of the savannah, you see a lion. And worse, it sees you. The first thing you need to do is

01:12:39 maintain eye contact. Don't turn your back to the lion and don't run. This eight-foot predator, weighing

01:12:45 like three adults, is running at you at the speed of a car on the highway. But then it stops abruptly

01:12:50 and continues to stare at you. Lions often make fake charges to frighten their opponent. At this point,

01:12:55 you have to appear much bigger than you really are. Spread your arms and make loud noises. Then

01:13:00 the lion can make another fake charge. And if you keep standing still, the lion will realize you're a

01:13:04 strong opponent and go the other way. The female lion is way more dangerous than the male one. If

01:13:10 it's guarding the babies, it won't stop and you won't stand a chance. Your safari jeep takes you to

01:13:15 the next location. You see elephants peacefully drinking water. These guys can be 10 feet tall and

01:13:20 weigh as much as two SUVs. They can even flip cars over with their powerful tusks. And now one of them

01:13:26 sees you and wags its big ears. It's bluffing. With those ears, the elephant wants to appear bigger and

01:13:32 scare you away. It's also scared and won't run at you all the way. You must let the elephant know

01:13:37 you're not threatening it. Don't yell or wave your arms. Take slow steps back until you leave the

01:13:42 elephant's personal space. If it runs at you with ears to its head, it's not bluffing. Climbing a

01:13:47 tree isn't a good option right now. It might ram the tree and you'll fall down. It might even tilt

01:13:52 the tree with its strong trunk. You need to run in a zigzag pattern. The elephant is heavy and it's

01:13:58 hard for it to change directions quickly. So gradually you'll start to pull away from it. But

01:14:02 still remember that an elephant can run 25 miles per hour, so you'll unlikely escape from it. Now

01:14:08 let's move on to the Nile River. It has the largest number of crocodiles in the world. If you're

01:14:12 camping, take a distance of at least 160 feet from the shore. This way the crocodile will not stumble

01:14:18 upon your camp at night. Never take your eyes off the crocodile. It can take advantage of that

01:14:23 moment and take you by surprise. Their top speed is only 10 miles per hour, but they can make

01:14:28 charges at 40 feet per second from the water. So the only chance to survive is to stay out of the

01:14:34 water. If not, the crocodile's weak points are the eyes, the tip of the nose, and the membrane in the

01:14:39 throat. This membrane prevents water from entering the crocodile's throat. When running away from a

01:14:44 crocodile, be careful not to bump into a hippopotamus. This is one of the most dangerous

01:14:49 animals in the world. They can be the size of a business class car and weigh as much as a big

01:14:53 elephant. And they can run as fast as horses, so they're sure to outrun you in a sprint. The main

01:14:59 thing is to not frighten it. If you're standing far away, get its attention with a loud sound.

01:15:04 Usually they will try to get away from you. Use this moment to back away too. But if you see a

01:15:09 hippo yawning, it's a sign that you're violating its comfort zone. They can open their mouth at

01:15:14 180 degrees and have the bite force of a crocodile, so you can't beat it and have to run. The best

01:15:20 option is to climb a tree or some kind of slope. Hippos have a hard time climbing high places,

01:15:25 and if you manage to escape, you'd be one of the few people who survived a face-to-face encounter

01:15:30 with a hippo. There's also buffaloes living here in the savannah. They can be as tall as an adult

01:15:35 and weigh a whole ton. And unlike lions and elephants, they don't make a fake charge. If you

01:15:40 see this machine running at you, it definitely has evil intentions. Their powerful horns and skull

01:15:46 can bend sheets of metal. They can turn a new car into a pile of scrap metal. You can never outrun

01:15:51 a buffalo, so your only option is to find the nearest tree and run to it before the buffalo

01:15:56 even starts its charge. If you run into a snake, you need to freeze in place. There are endless

01:16:01 species of snakes, and you don't know if your opponent is venomous or not, so you definitely

01:16:06 need to avoid getting bitten. Make smooth and slow backward movements. If the snake is following you,

01:16:11 stop and start stomping your feet. The strong vibrations of the ground should scare it away.

01:16:16 If the snake bit you anyway, try to remember exactly what it looked like. Better yet,

01:16:20 take a picture of it. To neutralize the venom, you need to take an antidote to the specific venom of

01:16:25 that species of snake. You're on your way to Northeast Asia. As you're going through the dense

01:16:30 jungle, you see a clearing. Several wild boars are peacefully grazing there. One of them is a female

01:16:36 with several children. It'll do anything to protect them, so it's especially aggressive now. Oops, it

01:16:41 spotted you. Get ready to defend yourself. If the wild boar is making high-pitched, piercing cries,

01:16:47 it's going to strike you. The first thing you need to do is to stay calm and stand still. You have a

01:16:52 good chance that the boar will go on its way, but you see it starting to run, and now you have several

01:16:56 options. A, you can run away. B, you can face the blow. And C, climb the nearest tree.

01:17:02 The first option is wrong. Wild boars can run almost as fast as Usain Bolt, and when it catches

01:17:10 up to you, its sharp tusks won't leave you a chance. Option B, stay where you are. Wrong.

01:17:16 A wild boar can weigh as much as a motorcycle and be almost as long as an adult. A hit at 25 miles

01:17:22 per hour will just knock you down. So the correct option is to climb the nearest tree. If there's no

01:17:27 trees, then climb a car or a tall rock. You have to be in a higher position than the boar. When it

01:17:32 realizes it can't reach you, it'll leave you alone. The most important thing is to stay away from wild

01:17:37 boars. Never try to feed them or provoke them. Who do you think will win? A hungry grizzly or a ripe

01:17:43 berry? An angry tiger or a beautiful flower? A huge python or a green bush? The answer's not so

01:17:51 obvious. Now you'll see who really controls the jungle and forests. Meet the most dangerous plants

01:17:58 on Earth. This is the water hemlock. It grows in North America in swampy areas of fields and meadows.

01:18:06 Also, you can find this plant on the shores of rivers and streams. It seems harmless, but it's

01:18:12 one of the most poisonous plants in the U.S. Water hemlock toxins can cause critical damage to an

01:18:18 adult in 15 minutes, but only if you swallow it. Many people mistakenly confuse it with artichoke,

01:18:25 celery, and anise. Despite the dangerous poison, water hemlock is used to cure migraines and

01:18:31 intestinal diseases. This plant has caused a lot of damage to livestock. White snake root grows in

01:18:39 fields and pastures. When a cow bites it, the plant releases a fat-soluble toxin. This poison gets not

01:18:46 only inside the animal, but also into the milk. Young calves who drink the milk also become

01:18:52 infected. Poisoned milk is also dangerous for people. The problem is that this plant, native

01:19:00 to North America, is one of the longest-lived autumn flowers. Now in modern farms, the poison

01:19:06 of this plant is not so dangerous, but on small private pastures, white snake root is the number

01:19:12 one danger. We all know two kinds of beans, the ones we eat and the ones that Jack used to get to

01:19:20 the realm of giants. In addition to them, there are poisonous ones. These are called castor beans.

01:19:27 They contain one of the most dangerous toxins in the world, ricin. As soon as it enters your body,

01:19:33 it blocks the production of proteins necessary for life. Without these proteins, your cells

01:19:38 stop functioning. The more cells are destroyed, the more your body suffers. The castor bean releases

01:19:45 ricin when squeezed. Several beans can cause dehydration, weakness, hallucinations, seizures,

01:19:52 and other problems. About seven beans are enough to cause critical damage. So remember what they

01:19:58 look like and never touch them if you see them in the woods. One of the most beautiful plants

01:20:04 on the planet is also one of the most dangerous. This is oleander. Everything is poisonous in it,

01:20:12 the stem, the root, and the pink flower. Even a tiny piece of this plant can lead to severe

01:20:18 poisoning. It doesn't need to get inside your stomach to create severe problems. Just a little

01:20:23 touch to the juice of the flower causes allergies. And don't try to burn it, as the smoke of a

01:20:29 burning oleander has toxic effects too. And now, the most dangerous plant in the world.

01:20:37 One touch of it will hurt you for several years, or you may feel the consequences all your life.

01:20:42 The gimpy gimpy plant, also called the Queensland stinger, looks like an ordinary burdock bush.

01:20:50 It doesn't look like anything poisonous at all. But if you stand next to this plant,

01:20:54 you'll feel suffocation and watery eyes. There are thousands of tiny poisonous hairs on the

01:21:01 leaves of this flower. They're so light, they can hang in the air and spread by the wind.

01:21:06 So you should put on a gas mask if you want to look at the plant. But if you lightly touch gimpy

01:21:12 gimpy, you're in big trouble. Some compare one gimpy gimpy sting to 30 wasp stings at the same

01:21:20 time. Poisonous hairs easily penetrate under your skin and cause irritation and pain. The problem

01:21:28 is that you can't pull them out. Wash with soap and water, use some disinfecting ointment, and

01:21:34 you'll see that the situation is only worsening. The hairs can't be pulled out of there. They sit

01:21:40 there, releasing toxins and driving you crazy. There's no antidote because scientists still

01:21:47 don't know what components the toxin consists of. It can withstand cold and hot temperatures.

01:21:53 Unpleasant sensations can last for several hours, days, or even months. People who touched the plant

01:22:00 said that the pain from the sting returned even after a few years. But if it's impossible to get

01:22:07 rid of the hairs, then the only way out is to wait for them to lose their toxicity. But there's

01:22:13 another problem here. You can tear off one gimpy gimpy leaf with gloves and put it in the laboratory,

01:22:19 dry it, and forget about it for a few years. And here it lies in front of you, a withered,

01:22:25 almost destroyed leaf. It seems harmless, but it's not. Even after many years, the poisonous

01:22:32 hairs remain on the leaf surface and still cause toxin effects. Gimpy gimpy only grows in Australia.

01:22:40 It loves the sun and dense green forests. It used to pose a severe danger to tourists and loggers.

01:22:47 But now, all places with this plant are marked with a warning sign. At botanical exhibitions,

01:22:53 scientists put this plant in a cage so people wouldn't touch it.

01:22:56 Rosary peas can be white seeds with a black eye or black seeds with a white eye. You can find

01:23:05 these plants in Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Ocean region. Some species were transported

01:23:11 to Florida and Hawaii by people. You could encounter this plant even on city streets.

01:23:17 Rosary pea seeds are used in jewelry and some toys. People who wear rosary pea bracelets

01:23:24 probably don't know about its seeds' toxicity. Rosary peas, as well as the castor bean,

01:23:30 contribute to the destruction of cells. Interestingly, rosary pea seeds are used

01:23:36 not only as decorations but also for healing certain health conditions.

01:23:40 This is the only poisonous plant from the list that looks poisonous. You probably won't want

01:23:46 to pick it up when you notice it. See this red stem that looks more like an artery or an enlarged

01:23:52 nervous system? And those berries are similar to eyes. Doll's eye looks a little creepy.

01:23:58 Their internal structure is also as unpleasant as their appearance.

01:24:02 Doll's eye has a dangerous toxin. The longer they grow, the more poisonous their composition gets.

01:24:09 Doll's eye chemicals have a sedative effect on muscles and hearts.

01:24:14 This means that your body relaxes so much that it stops working.

01:24:18 You've probably seen this plant in reality or wildlife movies.

01:24:24 Venus flytraps are rare representatives of carnivorous plants. Fortunately, they're not

01:24:30 as dangerous for humans as for insects. But in any case, you shouldn't stick your finger in them.

01:24:36 So here's how they work. The plant opens its mouth. There's a red petal with a fragrant smell in its

01:24:43 middle. It's a decoy. A fly or some beetle notices this and decides to try it. They climb inside the

01:24:51 flower. But the Venus flytrap doesn't immediately get closed. Tiny sensitive hairs inside the plant

01:24:58 count the movements of the fly. If the fly has made more than two movements within 20 seconds,

01:25:04 the plant closes its mouth in less than a second. This interval prevents the Venus flytrap from

01:25:11 needlessly slamming when some garbage lands there. Then the fly becomes trapped. The bristles on the

01:25:17 plant's jaws work like a cage. Prey cannot escape. Then the Venus flytrap injects digestive juice

01:25:25 into its mouth, which destroys the fly. Five to 12 days later, the plant opens again and waits

01:25:31 for a new lunch. The Venus flytrap can eat flies, beetles, spiders, and even little frogs.

01:25:38 Giant hogweed causes the most extensive damage among all plants.

01:25:44 It's dangerous not specifically for one person, but for entire forests and fields. Giant hogweed

01:25:51 is an invasive plant. It's like a parasite. It multiplies quickly and destroys all other flowers

01:25:58 in the area. Insects don't feed on giant hogweed. It's also problematic for people to destroy it,

01:26:04 since giant hogweed causes an allergic reaction on the skin. It grows quickly, it's immune to

01:26:11 poisons, and lives long. Giant hogweed can reach the height of a one-story house and be deeply

01:26:18 rooted in the ground. It releases its seeds, and a light breeze spreads them for miles. Scientists

01:26:25 still can't create an effective way to combat it. There's nothing that can defeat giant hogweed in

01:26:30 nature. Well, not yet. Nature and evolution always find a balance.

01:26:39 The holiday spirit comes with holiday decorations. Sparkling lights, garlands,

01:26:45 and snow globes are all part of it. Our furry friends like to play with them too.

01:26:49 But did you know that this stuff has some hidden dangers? Let's take a closer look at pet safety

01:26:56 tips in your household, both during holiday times and any other time of the year.

01:27:02 #1. Tinsel It's a go-to option to spread a celebration

01:27:08 vibe. Tinsel is also known to spread all over the place. You might have noticed this if you

01:27:14 trimmed a tree with it. Pets, especially cats, love such decorations. Yet, if they eat a piece

01:27:21 of tinsel, it can cause intestinal problems, not to mention emotional effects. The consequences can

01:27:27 cost a lot money-wise too. Surgery to remove a foreign object can cost hundreds of dollars.

01:27:33 Don't underestimate the appeal of a shiny object in the room, and keep your eye on your pets.

01:27:39 #2. Decorative Lights Once you're done, you put them in the box,

01:27:46 and they spend the whole year there, tangled. When you open the box next year, you'll have a

01:27:51 hard time untangling them. But while you're unpacking, your pets can eat the lights or get

01:27:57 an electric shock. To avoid this, you can bundle up loose cords with protective plastic covers

01:28:04 and hang the lights in places your pets can't easily reach.

01:28:07 Some people have a snow globe collection. They get these balls as souvenirs from tourist places

01:28:14 they go to. Others take them out of a box with holiday decorations at certain times of the year.

01:28:20 These fragile things can easily break. Don't ask me how I know this. Some snow globes contain

01:28:26 ingredients that are hazardous not only to pets, but also to younger family members.

01:28:31 Numerous veterinary sources are full of the same warning. Keep your pets away from snow globes.

01:28:37 That being said, the liquid inside snow globes might not be just pure water. It often contains

01:28:44 2% ethylene glycol. And it turns out it has a sweet smell that can lure pets to taste it.

01:28:50 Number four is about Christmas trees and how they can turn into pet-friendly decor.

01:28:57 Vets say that artificial trees and garlands can be safer than real ones. These trees don't carry

01:29:04 the outdoor scent with them. So, smell-wise, they don't attract your pets that much. Here,

01:29:09 the important part is not to buy a flocked or snow-covered artificial tree. These sprinkles,

01:29:16 again, can be harmful to pets. If you're not into buying artificial trees, you can attach a fishing

01:29:22 line to the tree and hang it on the ceiling to stabilize it. As for the water for the tree,

01:29:28 your pet might want to taste it. It's best not to add aspirin or other things to this water.

01:29:34 You can cover the reservoir with foil to keep your animals away. Lastly, you can temporarily

01:29:39 put a large water bowl in the same room as the tree. If your pet gets thirsty, they can go to

01:29:45 their bowl instead of the reservoir. You can consider putting a barrier in front of the tree

01:29:50 to make it less accessible. Ah, but some cats are wild. They'll just take it as a challenge,

01:29:55 and they'll easily get over most obstacles. Yet, most of them don't want to bother with

01:30:01 double-sided sticky tape. You can try that. When I talked about snow globes, it included

01:30:07 magnets, too. I wonder whether magnets can be dangerous for pets. We use them for various

01:30:13 purposes in our homes. For starters, with their help, we showcase our photos or notes on the

01:30:18 fridge door. Our four-pawed friends can easily get their paws on it. These fridge magnets might

01:30:25 not be as harmful as so-called rare earth magnets, though. Neodymium magnets, for example,

01:30:31 are the real danger. These kinds of magnets are very powerful. If you accidentally pinch your

01:30:36 body parts, they can injure you. Imagine these magnets as warriors. When they get too close to

01:30:42 each other, they can strike with a super force to chip and shatter regular magnets. You wouldn't

01:30:48 want that type of magnet near your pets or little members of your family. Rare earth magnets are

01:30:54 normally used in stuff like hard disks, locks for doors, or headphones, but they're also used as

01:31:00 toys. These magnets aren't especially toxic, so if your dog accidentally eats one of them,

01:31:07 the magnet may leave its body in a natural way. But what if it eats two super powerful magnets?

01:31:14 I don't want to get into the details of this scenario. The intestines loop back and forth

01:31:18 in the abdomen, and if these magnets get too close to each other, yeah. Apparently, pennies made

01:31:25 later than 1982 are also hazardous. They contain high levels of zinc. You might think, "Isn't zinc

01:31:32 an essential mineral for our body?" Yes, for growth, wound healing, and many more aspects.

01:31:38 Yet, the body needs a small amount of zinc. Too much can cause poisoning. Zinc is found

01:31:44 in many metal objects, such as bolts, zippers, and jewelry. If you live in the U.S., you should

01:31:51 know that pennies minted after 1982 have zinc cores covered in copper plating. One of the most

01:31:57 common causes of zinc poisoning in pets is these pennies. Household plants and flower bouquets can

01:32:05 also be dangerous. Let's say you have a bouquet of tulips that you want to keep, and your cat looks

01:32:11 so funny trying to push the vase off the table. You shouldn't let curiosity get the best of your

01:32:16 cat. Aloe vera, daphne, daylily, the list is long. The moral of the story is, kittens are curious

01:32:24 and shouldn't eat plants or flowers because they can be toxic for their fluffy bodies.

01:32:29 The next one is batteries. The acidic material inside them can leak if they get blasted.

01:32:38 Imagine your dog chewing them accidentally. Severe consequences and immediate surgery would be the

01:32:43 next step. When I say batteries, I also mean stuff like remotes, watches, and hearing aids.

01:32:50 They're also powered by batteries. The next item on the list is food. Yeah, I know how hard it can

01:32:57 be sometimes to eat while your pet gives you the look. "I want to taste that too. Give me a bite,

01:33:02 human, please." Okay, allow me to explain the dangers so that you can resist the temptation

01:33:08 to share your food with your bestie. Avocado is toxic to birds and rabbits. Apple seeds and

01:33:16 almonds are bad for hamsters. One myth is that rabbits eat lettuce, but in reality, you shouldn't

01:33:23 include some types of lettuce in their diet. For example, iceberg lettuce. It contains lacticarium.

01:33:30 It can be harmful if your animal eats too much of it. Another myth is that cats should drink milk.

01:33:36 Nope. Cow's milk is not good for cats because, surprise, most cats are lactose intolerant.

01:33:42 Chocolate, garlic, grapes, and raisins can also be dangerous to pets.

01:33:48 How toxic something is depends on several factors, like the species of your pet and how much of the

01:33:55 potentially harmful thing the animal has eaten. At the end of the day, you know your pet better

01:34:01 than anyone. You probably already know how long it takes them to visit their litter box or how

01:34:06 it smells. So, always be prepared. Watch your pet's behavior. Do they have a decreased appetite?

01:34:13 It's best to play it safe. When I say pets, I picture animals like dogs, cats, and hamsters.

01:34:19 But some people have exotic pets, such as bears, owls, or crocodiles. The Global Federation of

01:34:27 Animal Sanctuaries believes that 5,000 tigers are held by people in the United States alone.

01:34:33 This number includes zoos, but the majority of them live with private owners. Mountain lions

01:34:39 are also commonly seen among exotic pets. Maybe this is why from time to time,

01:34:45 we encounter news telling us that something went wrong with private owners of wild animals.

01:34:50 Do you have a pet? If you do, what's their name? Why not let us know in the comments!

01:34:58 No, you couldn't help yourself. You snap a vacation selfie with your fingers in a peace sign

01:35:03 and post it to your social media. It gets you likes, comments, all that good stuff. The next

01:35:09 day, someone breaks into your banking app. Someone just stole your identity, all thanks to that

01:35:14 innocent little selfie. The peace sign first became popular about 70 years ago. Back then,

01:35:20 no one could've imagined it could cost you all your precious personal data.

01:35:25 Nowadays, you can use your fingerprint to unlock your smartphone, tablet, and laptop.

01:35:30 If someone can get your fingerprint, they can get access to… basically everything.

01:35:35 Japanese researchers managed to scan and copy fingerprints from a photo taken about 9 feet away.

01:35:42 Normal quality, fingerprints in focus, and some good lighting. That's all it takes, apparently.

01:35:48 The better the image quality, the easier it is. So, if you have one of the latest phones,

01:35:53 you're in a high-risk zone. Any old 3D-printed finger won't unlock a phone, though. Most newer

01:36:00 models have fingerprint readers with tiny electrical circuits. When they come into contact

01:36:05 with the ridges on your real fingers, they recreate your fingerprint pattern. Human skin

01:36:10 is conductive, and 3D printer ink isn't. But scientists found a way around it. They used an

01:36:17 Inkjet 2D printer, conductive ink with tiny metallic particles in it, and regular paper. And

01:36:23 it worked. Your fingerprint data is really valuable because it's more vulnerable than

01:36:29 any password you might have. If something weird happens, like you get a suspicious email or text,

01:36:35 you can just change any password you want in a few minutes. But you can't exactly download a

01:36:40 new fingerprint. How would that even work? When someone gets access to your fingerprint,

01:36:46 there's big money involved. Unfortunately, it's your money. Cyber bad guys can get rich off that

01:36:53 kind of data. You probably use your thumb to log into apps, including your banking ones.

01:36:58 That's your money and personal info, up for grabs to the highest bidder.

01:37:02 If someone gets access to your health records, they can order expensive equipment in your name

01:37:08 and resell it later. Or they can just go to the doctor or dentist for free.

01:37:13 The good news is, scientists are on it. They've invented a clear sticker that has a fake finger

01:37:19 vein pattern imprinted on it. It'll stop people from stealing your identity, but still let you

01:37:25 use your fingerprint to unlock your gadgets. It's still a work in progress, though.

01:37:29 Another option is called "liveness detection." After your phone reads your fingerprint,

01:37:35 it asks you to nod, wink, or smile. That way, the phone knows the fingerprint's attached to you,

01:37:41 a real person. There's no way to fake that. If you rock the peace sign every chance you get,

01:37:47 you might want to come up with a new signature move. That's the hang loose, the double thumbs up,

01:37:53 and that awesome one where you put your chin between your thumb and your index finger.

01:37:57 Or just keep it up, but disable the fingerprint reader on your phone.

01:38:01 If you choose to do that, you'll need to be 10 times more careful about your passwords.

01:38:07 Get creative when you answer those security questions, the ones they ask you when you

01:38:11 forget your password. If someone's after your data, they can easily find out the name of your

01:38:17 elementary school, your mother's maiden name, your favorite food or pet. Don't make it so easy.

01:38:23 You can write your answers in backwards, or just give funny wrong answers that you'll easily

01:38:28 remember. Just, in general, share as little information about yourself as you can online.

01:38:34 In case you have your pet's name as a password, 1) change it. 2) if you have to keep it,

01:38:40 don't share pics of your pet's collar and name tag. The best passwords are, and always will be,

01:38:46 random mixtures of letters and numbers. You can also use a password manager to create a

01:38:51 stronger password. If your bank or insurance company asks you to provide some additional

01:38:56 personal information by email, double check with them. Call them, ask them if they really need it.

01:39:03 Read the email carefully. Fake ones often have spelling or grammar mistakes,

01:39:08 even if the email address seems pretty legit. When you're putting in your payment data to

01:39:13 buy something online, make sure there's a padlock symbol before the webpage address.

01:39:18 That means it's protected from any bad guys out there.

01:39:20 Don't share your full date of birth on social media. And watch out for those online quizzes

01:39:26 that make their way around the Internet. They don't really need to know where you went to school.

01:39:32 Don't post photos that have your boarding pass, password, driver's license, credit card,

01:39:37 or anything else with personal information on it. Even if it's just casually lying there in

01:39:43 the background, bad guys can zoom in on it. If you don't want the rest of the world to

01:39:48 know your exact address, turn off the location function in your camera settings on your phone.

01:39:53 If you really want to keep the location info to organize your photos better,

01:39:58 you can manually remove the geotag from photos you want to post online.

01:40:02 On an iPhone, select one or several photos to post and tap the Share button. Then choose Options at

01:40:09 the top of the screen. Toggle off the All Photos data in the next screen that opens.

01:40:14 On a Mac, open Photos, then General Preferences. Uncheck the Include location information for

01:40:21 published items. On an Android, open Gallery. Tap the picture you want to take the geotag off

01:40:28 and swipe up on it. Choose Edit, then tap the red minus thing next to the location.

01:40:34 Then save the changes. Be careful when you're shopping online during your morning commute to

01:40:39 work. Especially if you're driving! Actually, just don't do that. But if you're on a bus or a train,

01:40:46 try to position your screen in such a way that no one but you can see it. You don't want to

01:40:51 sneaky neighbor to peep over your shoulder and copy your password, credit card details,

01:40:56 or shipping address. You can get a special privacy screen protector just to be on the safe side.

01:41:01 Don't make any bank transactions while you're using public Wi-Fi. When the network is unsecured,

01:41:08 or if the website is unencrypted, you risk all that data going to someone else on the same network.

01:41:14 They can even log in with your account. Disable push notifications on your phone,

01:41:19 or at least limit what you can see on the lock screen. The name of the app that sent it is

01:41:24 enough. Otherwise, when you leave your phone for a moment in a public place or at work,

01:41:30 someone can get access to your data. They won't even have to unlock your phone to read the message

01:41:35 or notification. Never submit your confidential information over the phone. You could have

01:41:41 malware on it that's recording everything you say or sending your data off somewhere.

01:41:46 If your phone's working slower than it used to, and you have apps on it you don't remember

01:41:51 installing, it might have been tampered with. Malware can also make it onto your phone when

01:41:56 you install an app that's not from the official app store. When an app asks you for permission

01:42:02 to access every part of your phone, that's another sign it might not be trustworthy.

01:42:07 One form of "vishing" or "voice phishing" is when someone pretends to be a representative

01:42:12 over the phone and asks you to provide your data. Always check with your bank, hospital,

01:42:18 or whoever they're pretending to be. The real bank or hospital usually won't ask you for sensitive

01:42:24 stuff over the phone. You might also get a robocall that asks you to contact some phone

01:42:29 number to claim a prize. The recording might say you can press a certain button to stop receiving

01:42:35 calls from this number. Ignore it. You'll just sign yourself up for more robocalls because they'll

01:42:41 know you're a real person. Some bad guys that practice

01:42:46 "vishing" are after your voice. It's as unique as your fingerprint, iris, or DNA.

01:42:50 A simple "yes" or "I'm listening" can help them generate a sample of your voice. If they get that

01:42:57 and some other data from you, they can access more personal data and even pretend to be you

01:43:03 over the phone. There are programs nicknamed "Photoshop for Voice" that can change the recording

01:43:09 of your voice into something you never really said. So the best thing you can do is hang up

01:43:15 without saying a word. When you try to delete something online, you gotta make sure it really

01:43:21 gets deleted. There are websites that let you see your long-since-deleted Facebook account

01:43:27 with all those old pics you'd rather not share anymore. So if you're searching for evidence of

01:43:33 eternal life, there you go! If for some reason you ever, you know,

01:43:40 decide to wake up a sleeping giant panda or cuddle it, just remember that's a bad idea.

01:43:46 Even fearless big cats like snow leopards are wary of bothering pandas in the wild. The ones

01:43:53 you see in the zoo might not be that active, but they still have a massive jaw that can deliver

01:43:59 a powerful bite. Their huge false thumb lets them get a good grip on their enemies.

01:44:04 The most misleading thing about the leopard seal is its mouth, which always appears to be smiling.

01:44:12 But they're actually rather aggressive animals and effective lone hunters. They like to play

01:44:17 cat and mouse with their food, which includes penguins, fish, squid, and even smaller seals.

01:44:23 Not so long ago, a leopard seal even dragged a marine biologist deep underwater. Hey,

01:44:29 stop playing with your food! Anteaters feed on insects, citrus fruit,

01:44:34 and avocados. Watch out! They have no teeth, poor vision, and bad hearing. Sounds kinda like my

01:44:41 Uncle Rudy. They aren't aggressive and stay away from people. But if humans walk on their trails,

01:44:48 anteaters can turn fierce and may fight. They get on their hind legs, use their tails for balance,

01:44:54 and attack with their claws that are strong enough to hurt a jaguar or a land rover.

01:44:59 Fluffy alpacas may seem warm-hearted, but they still have ways of defending themselves.

01:45:06 They can spit up to 10 feet, and you don't want that stuff getting in your eyes because it

01:45:11 contains stomach acid, along with chewed-up grass. They can bite with their sharp fighting

01:45:17 teeth that are at the back of their mouths, and they have soft toes to give enemies a good kick.

01:45:22 They can't really do more damage than you might get in a fight with a child,

01:45:26 but it's best not to upset 'em. There are three things that bring out the nasty

01:45:32 side of a Tasmanian devil – when there's a predator nearby, when they're competing for a mate,

01:45:37 and when they're protecting their meal. Also, Bugs Bunny, but that's a cartoon.

01:45:43 These guys normally feed on insects, birds, frogs, and fish, and they like scavenging more

01:45:48 than hunting. But if you intrude upon their home for any reason, be prepared for a painful bite.

01:45:55 Their teeth are strong enough to eat through bones.

01:45:57 Elephants are so clever that they understand the feelings of other elephants,

01:46:02 and they even try to help each other. They can also take revenge on people who upset them.

01:46:08 Elephants sometimes block roads and show up in the villages of people who have been mean to them.

01:46:13 Male elephants get especially aggressive when fighting over females. Watch out for those huge

01:46:18 feet – they can really do some damage. Better pack your trunk!

01:46:22 Pufferfish can inflate to several times their normal size to protect themselves against

01:46:28 predators. Hey, my brother-in-law can do that too! Just kidding. Most animals shouldn't try

01:46:34 eating them anyways. There's enough poison inside them to finish off 30 people, and there's no

01:46:40 antidote. So, if it's just you, you'll need to invite some friends along to spread out the poison.

01:46:46 Nah, I just made that up. Swans tend to see humans as the biggest

01:46:51 danger to their homes and families. Male swans get especially aggressive during the spring nesting

01:46:57 season from April to June. When kayakers, rowers, or anglers get too close to their nests,

01:47:03 swans start hissing and flapping their wings. If you don't pay attention to these warning signs,

01:47:09 the swan might even try to flip your boat over. Dolphins are the only species on the planet,

01:47:15 apart from humans, that can take another creature's life for no logical reason.

01:47:20 Males sometimes attack female dolphins or even baby ones, and they don't do it for food. If an

01:47:27 angry dolphin chases you, you have no chance of outswimming it. They can move at 22 mph. The top

01:47:34 speed of Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps is only 6 mph, so he can't help you.

01:47:39 Slow lorises are the only venomous primates in the world. They carry poison in their elbows.

01:47:48 It's transferred to their mouths during grooming to protect their babies. Plus, they scare off

01:47:52 predators like pythons and eagle hawks using special markings that show how fearsome they are.

01:47:58 If a slow loris bites a person who ends up on its territory or annoys it,

01:48:03 the result can be rashes, anaphylactic shock, or, you know, even worse.

01:48:08 Despite their massive weight and clumsy bodies, hippos can run much faster than people. And they

01:48:16 have much sharper teeth. If you get in their way on their trip to the watering hole, their aggression

01:48:21 kicks in. Before they attack you, though, they'll give you some warning signs. If you see a hippo

01:48:27 yawn or make a sound like a laugh, it means it's about to get mad. Well, that's rather confusing,

01:48:34 isn't it? Blue-ringed octopuses are really tiny, but

01:48:39 their venom is a thousand times stronger than cyanide. They normally use it to hunt shrimp,

01:48:44 crabs, and small fish. If this creature feels threatened, it'll flash its blue rings as a

01:48:50 warning. If you don't pay attention, it may bite you. You might not notice the bite itself,

01:48:56 but minutes later, you'll definitely notice the symptoms – nausea, numbness, and even the loss

01:49:01 of your senses and motor skills. So pay attention down there!

01:49:05 Geographic cone snails are a seriously dangerous critter. They puncture their

01:49:12 victims with a tooth that's like a harpoon, and then inject their venom. If a small cone

01:49:18 attacks you, it'll just feel like a bee sting. If you're unlucky enough to meet a larger one,

01:49:23 though, it could cause numbing, swelling, muscle paralysis, changes to your vision,

01:49:29 and even breathing difficulties. Canada geese have been living close to humans for years,

01:49:35 but they're still wary of us getting near their homes, especially during the spring mating season.

01:49:40 At this time, the male geese can chase and bite people that seem like a threat to their mates,

01:49:46 eggs, or babies. If you want to avoid being attacked by this seriously angry bird,

01:49:51 the best thing you can do is just slowly back away.

01:49:55 Squirrels have a lot of enemies, both in the wild and in cities. Their superpower against all of

01:50:02 them is their speed and agility. Most of the time, it's completely safe to go near them. But they can

01:50:08 still be unpredictable like any wild animal. They go on biting sprees occasionally. And watch out,

01:50:15 they carry infections like rabies. They're more likely to go after your pets or kids,

01:50:20 but they can also bite adults. So, to play it safe, always walk behind your pets or kids

01:50:26 to use them as decoys. Of course I'm kidding. If you ever see a kangaroo get up on its hind legs,

01:50:34 back off. This is their way of warning you that they think you're a threat to their females or

01:50:39 their food. They are real pros at boxing with each other, and they have really long legs

01:50:45 and sharp claws. Kangaroos jump into the air to give extra force to their kicks,

01:50:50 which are powerful enough to break bones. A platypus doesn't have teeth, and it mainly

01:50:57 eats insects and shellfish. It's one of only two mammals that lay eggs. But these strange things

01:51:03 can still do you harm. Male platypuses have sharp spurs hidden on the heels of their hind feet.

01:51:10 There's venom in these spurs that's strong enough to take down a dog.

01:51:14 Koalas get most of their hydration from eating eucalyptus leaves, and they get all the protection

01:51:20 they need from their sharp teeth and claws. When a koala scratches someone that wants to cuddle

01:51:26 them a little too hard, they can pass on some unpleasant infections.

01:51:30 Raccoons can easily adapt to any environment, including your backyard. They rarely attack

01:51:38 humans directly but can damage your property and make you sick. They'll go anywhere to get some

01:51:44 food, from trash cans to bird nests, and this is where they can catch a lot of different infections.

01:51:50 Apart from disease, raccoons can give humans nasty wounds that take a long time to heal.

01:51:56 When it thinks you're threatening its dam, a beaver will start slapping the water with its tail as a

01:52:03 warning sign. If you ignore it, it'll try to use its sharp teeth against you to protect its family.

01:52:10 So it's better to just leave it to beaver. Hey, there's a special knife you can use to

01:52:15 protect yourself against attack called a beaver cleaver. No wait, that's an old TV show.

01:52:20 Otters spend a lot of their time swimming on their backs, and they don't care about cleaning up after

01:52:26 themselves. That's why they leave behind bits of fish that attract insects carrying diseases.

01:52:33 Apart from being so messy, they also have powerful teeth that can be used against any unwanted

01:52:39 visitor. Cassowaries are the most dangerous birds on the planet. One of these can weigh as much as

01:52:45 an adult person, and it has long, powerful legs and sharp claws. They can chase after you at 30

01:52:52 miles per hour. Luckily enough, they try to avoid fights. But if you don't want to be the target of

01:52:58 their karate moves, keep a safe distance and don't provoke them. Got that? Good.

01:53:04 Ouch! There's hardly a person who's never been stung by a bee. It's definitely not a pleasant

01:53:13 feeling. But bees aren't normally angry creatures. You probably just scared the little guy.

01:53:18 These insects are super important for pollination. Their existence is one of the main reasons why

01:53:24 our plants keep growing. Bees only sting when they feel threatened. If you get stung,

01:53:29 it might mean you've come too close to them. Or more importantly, that you've come too close to

01:53:35 their hive. Each hive can hold between 50,000 to 80,000 honeybees. Just like us humans,

01:53:42 bees do everything to protect their home. But instead of alarms and complicated security systems,

01:53:48 they use their stingers to ward off enemies. When honeybees sting, they release something called a

01:53:54 pheromone. Pheromones are chemical substances that affect the behavior of animals of the same

01:53:59 species. If one bee charges at you, the pheromones are likely to stir up all nearby bees, and they

01:54:06 will readily join in. That's one meeting you'll definitely want to avoid. Here's a fun fact.

01:54:12 It's only female bees that can sting. Larger male drone bees don't even have stingers.

01:54:18 This is because the stinger is basically a modified egg-laying device. Queen bees also have

01:54:24 stingers. These bees are bigger than the average worker. The queen has an average size of just

01:54:30 under one inch. It's about twice the size of your regular worker bee. Because of its large size,

01:54:36 many people think that the queen bees sting hurts the most. So let's dive into it. First of all,

01:54:43 queen bees rarely sting because of their job in the hive. The queen is the most important bee in

01:54:49 the colony, as it's the only female that can reproduce. The queen has two main jobs in the

01:54:54 hive. Number one, she produces chemical scents that help unify the rest of the bees so they can

01:55:00 work together. Number two, she lays a lot of eggs, up to 2,000 a day. The queen is surrounded by

01:55:08 worker bees, who meet her every need at all times. They give her food. The attendant workers also

01:55:14 collect and then distribute the queen's pheromones, which stops the workers from finding a new queen.

01:55:19 But despite being the head of the hive and being much bigger than other bees,

01:55:24 the queen's sting is actually the least painful. This is because regular bees have barbed stingers.

01:55:31 This means that when they attack, the stinger gets stuck in your skin,

01:55:35 making it really difficult to remove. The stinger also contains nasty venom that's packed with

01:55:41 proteins. That's what causes the pain and affects your immune system and skin cells. The stinger

01:55:47 continues to pump venom into your body for more than 10 minutes or until it gets removed. But

01:55:53 unlike workers, queen bees leave the hive very rarely. Their main job is to lay eggs, and it's

01:55:59 down to the rest of the colony to protect the hive and the queen. That's why worker bees are the ones

01:56:04 with the most powerful sting. This is how they can ward off potential dangers. The only reason

01:56:10 the queen would really need to defend herself is against rival queens. Because of this, the queen

01:56:16 has no need to develop a nasty stinger. Hers is instead a lot smoother. This means that the barbs

01:56:23 don't get stuck in your skin, which can be mega uncomfortable. While this might sound good,

01:56:29 it does come with a bit of bad news. Because of the smoothness of its stinger, the queen can jab

01:56:34 you multiple times. The stinger is attached to the bee's digestive tract, nerves, and muscles,

01:56:41 all of which are essential for the bee to function normally. When workers sting, they're unable to

01:56:46 pull their stinger out because of the barbs. And when they try to get free, it doesn't end well

01:56:52 for them. But the queen's stinger doesn't get stuck. That's why the bee doesn't feel any negative

01:56:58 consequences. And still, she'll basically only sting you if she doesn't have one of her body

01:57:03 guards nearby, which is highly unlikely. So what's the worst place to be stung by a bee?

01:57:10 A man called Michael Smith decided to find out. He got stung on 25 different body parts and rated

01:57:17 each prick on a pain scale between 1 and 10. He found out that the most tender area was the

01:57:23 nostrils, scoring a 9 out of 10, followed by the upper lip, which he estimated as an 8.7.

01:57:31 The three least painful locations were the skull, middle toe tip, and upper arm. All of these scored

01:57:37 a 2.3. But moving back to the queen, how does a regular bee gain this title? The queen bee

01:57:44 rarely needs replacing, as she can live for a whopping five years. At the same time, a worker

01:57:50 bee born in the summer usually only survives for about six weeks. But if the queen passes away or

01:57:56 moves to another hive, the colony needs to replace her. Doing this requires something called royal

01:58:02 jelly, which "nurse" bees produce in their heads. They feed it to newly hatched honeybee larvae.

01:58:09 It's basically a superfood that contains loads of useful stuff, including vitamin B, proteins,

01:58:15 hormones, and sugars. After feeding baby bees for three days, workers select just a few larvae and

01:58:22 continue giving them the royal jelly. The others will have a less nutritional diet. The royal jelly

01:58:28 triggers new phases of development for these growing bees. And one of the most important

01:58:32 is growing special organs they need to lay eggs. But people still don't fully understand how this

01:58:38 process works. Some scientists say that it's not the royal jelly itself that causes a bee to turn

01:58:44 into a queen. They think it's the exclusion of other natural plant-based chemicals from the

01:58:49 queen's diet. But even though we aren't 100% sure how these special bees appear, we do know why

01:58:55 there's just one queen in the end. When the first queen emerges, she searches for the other bees

01:59:01 who've been fed the same royal jelly. And then she wipes out the competition. If several queens

01:59:08 emerge at the same time, it's time to grab your popcorn. They'll "Hunger Games" it out in a

01:59:13 dramatic fight until only one remains. And that's how bees get their queen. Other bees in the hive

01:59:20 also have important jobs. These include foraging for food, tending to young larvae, and building

01:59:26 a honeycomb. Drones, or male bees, have one singular job. They mate with the queen. And when

01:59:33 they're not trying to mate, they eat from honey reserves and do pretty much nothing. Female bees,

01:59:39 or worker bees, do everything else. They keep the hive clean, take care of larvae, tend to the queen,

01:59:46 store honey, build cells, forage, guard the nest, pollinate, and even feed male bees. Each bee knows

01:59:53 exactly what job to do. That's because their specific hormones activate parts of their

01:59:59 genetic makeup that tell them what needs to be done and when it needs to be done.

02:00:03 Bees have four job phases in their lifetime. Phase one starts about three weeks after they get born.

02:00:10 That's when they get to work cleaning the cells from which they've emerged. Three days later,

02:00:15 they enter phase two. In this phase, they're in charge of feeding other bees. This lasts for

02:00:21 about a week. Then they enter phase three. They move further away from the hive's center and

02:00:26 become handy helpers. They build the honeycomb and guard the hive's entrance. This period also

02:00:32 lasts for around a week. After that, they enter the fourth and final phase, the foraging stage.

02:00:38 It's definitely the most dangerous part of our stripy friend's lives. This is where they leave

02:00:44 the nest, look for pollen, bring it home, and feed the colony. They also leave a stinky footprint on

02:00:51 the flowers they touch when collecting pollen. This way, they can figure out if their bee

02:00:56 relatives have been here or if it's been a stranger. Sometimes they discover their own footprints.

02:01:02 Un-bee-lievable! This phase doesn't last very long though, only around 10 days, as it makes bees

02:01:09 super tired. After such a short life where they work non-stop, worker bees then leave the hive

02:01:16 to never return. At the same time, if a worker passes away inside the hive, special undertaker

02:01:22 bees carry this bee out. But while bees' lives may be short, this pattern seems to be working

02:01:29 out quite well for the species. After all, they've been around for over a whopping 130 million years,

02:01:36 and counting!

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