Wen 丨 Lixia heard about it
Editor丨Lixia heard
—— Introduction ——
It is said that Australia is a country very close to nature, where there are hundreds of species, and many of them are endemic.
Many people who love small animals will look forward to Australia and want to travel or live in this country, but they will never think about how much fright the "cute" little animals in their minds will bring them.
I am a Chinese who went to Australia to study, and I was full of expectations before I went, but after half a year there, I was really fed up, if it wasn't for the fact that I hadn't finished my studies, I really wouldn't want to go again!
[This article is a fictional story, the names and place names in the article are pseudonyms, and if someone carries it, they will be held responsible]
—— Wang Dahai's self-description ——
My name is Wang Dahai, I am currently a student studying in Australia, after graduating from university, I couldn't find a job, so I simply stopped looking for it, and began to think of other ways.
Although returnees are not as popular as before, the title of international student is still better than that of college students.
The main thing is that I still have a little bit of a nostalgia for Australia at that time, and that is that I really want to see the koalas, kangaroos, platypus, and so on in this country.
After a lot of hard work, I was able to get into the school of my choice and get on a plane to Australia, but I was disappointed by the academic journey.
When I first arrived in Australia, I felt a sense of freshness that I had never felt before, and this country was so different from China.
In particular, the space here is amazing, both urban and rural, giving a sense of openness.
Walking through the streets of Sydney, I looked up at the skyscrapers, but at the same time, the expanse of the sky was refreshing.
Australia's urban layout is very spacious, with wide streets and tree-lined trees, which makes it feel like a world away from China's bustling cities.
The air is also a highlight here, with fresh and clean air in Australia, especially in the suburbs and rural areas, where you can breathe in the fresh air and feel refreshed.
I'm fascinated by Australia's natural beauty, and I've been to the Blue Mountains National Park before.
Standing on the edge of the canyon and looking at the blue peaks in the distance, the blue peaks loom in the morning light, like an ink painting-like scenery, which is intoxicating.
There's also the Great Barrier Reef, where the waters are crystal clear and the colourful coral reefs dance to the bottom of the sea, creating a magnificent underwater world with a variety of tropical fish.
Australia's culture is also diverse, with a rich and diverse Aboriginal culture, a strong British heritage, and a variety of immigrant cultures, forming a unique Australian culture.
I once went to the Sydney Opera House, enjoyed a wonderful opera performance, and felt the charm of Australian culture.
There are also a variety of exotic animals, such as koalas, wombats, echidnas, and more.
I once came up close and personal with koalas on a safari park, and they were like a bunch of little lazy insects as they lay lazily on their stomachs in the trees, enjoying the sun.
The womba is another endemic animal of Australia, round and super cute.
Everything here excites and intrigues me, and I think I will have an unforgettable study abroad experience in this land.
However, when I lived in Australia for a while, I realized that everything was not as easy as I thought it would be. Although the animals here are diverse, many of them are dangerous and need to be handled carefully.
I remember one time, I went camping by the sea with a group of friends, and when night fell, we had a great evening chatting and singing around the campfire.
As I was about to go back to my tent to rest, a poisonous snake suddenly snaked out of the bushes, so frightened that I almost jumped.
Luckily, my friends reacted quickly and pulled me aside and used long sticks to chase the snake away.
At that moment, I realised that there are many dangerous animals hidden in Australia's natural environment and need to be extra cautious.
In Australia, there are many species of spiders, some of which are even very poisonous.
I once found a red-backed spider in my home, and it is not to be underestimated, and if bitten, it can cause serious health problems.
So every time I see spiders at home, I take care to chase them away so that there are no accidents.
In addition to spiders, there are a number of other dangerous animals in Australia, such as snakes and crocodiles.
I once came across a giant python strewn across the path while hiking in the countryside, a large snake that would not normally attack humans, but it was not to be underestimated.
There are also crocodiles in some swampy areas of northern Australia, which can be dangerous if you accidentally get close to their territory.
And at the beach, be more careful of the threat of marine life.
There are many highly venomous jellyfish around Australia, such as the famous box jellyfish, which can cause serious injury or even death if touched.
In addition, Australian waters are often infested with sharks, and if you are not careful while swimming or diving, you can encounter danger.
In order to adapt to this environment, I had to learn a lot about Australian wildlife and was always on my toes.
I learned how to recognize dangerous animals, how to get along with them, and what to do in case of danger.
On every expedition in Australia, I try to avoid dangerous animal territory and choose safe routes and activities.
I still remember that painful experience, it was a sunny afternoon when I went to a small town in Australia with a few friends and heard that there is a beautiful nature reserve with many lovely Australian native animals.
We walked into the sanctuary in high spirits and were looking forward to getting up close and personal with endemic Australian animals such as wallabies, koalas and wombats.
As we walked into an open lawn, I saw a wallaby grazing leisurely, as if enjoying the afternoon sun.
I thought to myself, "Such a cute little guy shouldn't be lethal!" and I walked over without hesitation, thinking of getting closer and taking a few pictures as a souvenir.
I made a big mistake by underestimating the aggressiveness of the wallaby.
Just as I approached it, it suddenly turned its head, let out a threatening scream, and kicked me hard with its hind legs!
At that moment, I felt like my whole body was being knocked away, and the pain came from the soles of my feet, as if I had been hit by a boulder.
I fell to the ground, helpless, and could hardly believe it was true, and my friends rushed to help me up, asking me how I was.
I barely stood up, rubbing the place where I had been kicked, and gasped and said, "I thought wallabies weren't lethal, but they turned out to be ...... And it kicked me in the hind leg!"
When my friends heard this, they looked at me worriedly and amusedly, and one of them teased: "It seems that the wallabies are not easy to mess with, Wang Dahai, you really ate a 'little heart'!"
I smiled wryly and nodded, thinking to myself that the lesson was profound enough that I would never dare to approach wild animals since.
Now that I've been through all kinds of events, I don't have the original filter when I look at Australia again, and if I were given another chance to choose again, I would definitely not want to come here again!