Cute but deadly animals are something of a rarity in nature. Normally, dangerous animals have bright colors or look vicious to let you know they’re dangerous. Some, however, are deceptively ...

Pufferfish are cute, round fish that puff up when they feel threatened. Their balloon-like appearance makes them look funny and harmless. But inside their bodies, they carry a deadly poison called ...

Gaia turns 10 months old this week and, like any growing youngster, her likes and dislikes have started to become clear. Favorite food? Whole chicks, served dead. Favorite toy? A tire with a ball ...

And that has brought to mind several other examples of cute but deadly creatures from horror cinema and television. With that focus, I have assembled a list paying tribute to some of my favorite ...