Meet the Animal Kingdom's 7 Most Hot-Tempered Creatures

Tasmanian Devil

Small but fierce, these creatures display aggression when threatened or competing for food.

Honey Badger

Fearless and temperamental, the honey badger attacks predators or humans when provoked or cornered.

Hippo

Don’t be fooled by their size—hippos are extremely territorial and aggressive in defending their space.

Cassowary

This flightless bird uses sharp claws and powerful kicks to defend itself when provoked.

Wolverine

Known for their short temper, wolverines are aggressive hunters and fiercely guard their territory.

Black Mamba

This venomous snake becomes highly aggressive and strikes repeatedly when it feels threatened.

Cape Buffalo

Known as "Black Death," they charge with deadly force at any perceived threat to their herd.