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Fisherman’s costly act in close encounter with dolphin

It seemed like a harmless thing to do - but authorities warned it can have serious consequences for the marine mammals.

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A man who fed wild dolphins in Queensland’s Tin Can Bay has been fined $431.

Deadly hidden danger at Australian beach prompts urgent warning to families

‘The symptoms are muscle weakness, temporary paralysis and shock, which may result in death if not treated.’

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Stonefish can live in mud or sand for hours without water - and their sting can be deadly.

Koala found dead months after ‘shameful’ move

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The death of a beloved koala in NSW has sparked outcry.

Warning after man pokes croc’s eyes during shock attack

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A man poked a croc’s eyes during a shock attack.

Man bitten by croc while sleeping speaks out: ‘Force of a sledgehammer’

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65-year-old tourist Manfred Van Eckeren escaped a violent death after a crocodile bit him on the feet while he was sleeping on a beach in Queensland. 

Man attacked by croc while sleeping on popular Queensland beach

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A 65-year-old man has been bitten by a crocodile on the feet while sleeping on a beach in Queensland. File image.