Black Bears: While typically shy, encounters can turn dangerous if provoked or if they perceive a threat to their cubs or food.
Eastern Timber Rattlesnakes: Venomous snakes found in certain regions, though bites are rare due to their reclusive nature.
Coyotes: Opportunistic predators sometimes known to prey on small pets, but attacks on humans are extremely rare.
Black Widow Spiders: Venomous spiders found in dark, sheltered areas, though bites are seldom fatal but can cause severe symptoms.
Moose: Large and unpredictable, collisions with vehicles can be deadly, and they may become aggressive if threatened.
Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnakes: Another venomous snake species found in Ontario, but encounters are rare due to their declining numbers.
Eastern Gray Wolves: Rarely encountered by humans, but attacks can occur if they feel threatened or if food sources are scarce.
Deer Ticks: Carriers of Lyme disease, these tiny insects pose health risks to humans and pets, particularly in wooded areas.