The world's deadliest animals

1. An organism, often an insect, that transmits a disease-causing agent, such as a virus or parasite, from one host to another.
3. predator The top predator in a particular ecosystem or food chain, not typically preyed upon by other organisms.
4. A wide variety or assortment of things.
6. An individual form of life, such as an animal, plant, or single-celled microorganism.
9. Extremely small in size or stature.
11. A deviation or diversion from the direct or usual route.
13. A parasitic disease caused by infection with trematode worms of the genus Schistosoma, commonly found in freshwater snails, and transmitted to humans through contact with contaminated water.
14. A mosquito-borne viral infection causing severe flu-like symptoms and, in some cases, potentially fatal complications.
16. Openly or explicitly; without concealment or disguise.
18. Pertaining to a group of reptiles that includes crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gharials.
19. Specialized cells found in the tentacles of certain animals, such as jellyfish, that contain stinging structures used for defense and capturing prey.

2. The characteristic patterns of emotions, behavior, and response exhibited by an individual or animal.
5. A life-threatening disease transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes, characterized by fever, chills, and flu-like symptoms.
7. virus A mosquito-borne virus that can cause birth defects in babies born to infected mothers and has been linked to neurological complications in adults.
8. Full of danger or risk; potentially harmful or hazardous.
10. Threatening, dangerous, or causing a sense of fear or intimidation.
11. Gentle, submissive, and easily managed or trained.
12. The variety of plant and animal species present in a particular habitat or on Earth as a whole.
15. Deriving ideas, styles, or tastes from a wide and diverse range of sources.
17. Slightly salty or briny, often referring to water that is a mix of fresh and saltwater.