Man can be an odd creature. We look at things, good or bad, and if they hit a sore note with us we automatically think they are either not worth our effort or are very dangerous to us. It is unfair but the more we learn the better we are able to cope and live with the animals around us! Here are a few beasts we may just want to give a second look!

1. The Vampire Bat: It's the name that probably conjures up a frightening image, but these little guys mainly feed on livestock. They're so small that it really doesn't harm the cattle (possible infections aside). Bites on humans are extremely rare.

2. The Milk Snake: The milk snake inspires terror in many creatures thanks to its resemblance to the venomous coral snake, which has a pattern of black and red instead of yellow and red. This mimicry is actually an evolutionary trait that helps it avoid predators, but it's all a bluff — the milk snake is totally harmless.

3. The Thorny Devil: This spiny little dude looks like he could severely injure you, but he's not interested in doing that. The lizard, native to Australia, also has the peculiar defense of shooting blood out of its eyes when attacked. But that, like its spines, is mainly for defensive purposes.

4. The Vulture: Vultures don't exactly have a great reputation because of their dietary habits: they're scavengers, and can usually be seen hanging around places where something has died. Their wingspans can reach 10 feet, so they're formidable, but they're not interested in eating you unless you're already dead. In fact, some religions call on them to help with “sky burials,” where the deceased are left out for vultures to eat.

5. The Gharial: The gharial looks like a crocodile's goofy cousin, and that's…actually exactly what it is. Its thin, narrow jaws prevent it from eating anything larger than a fish, so it will steer clear of people. Due to habitat loss in its native India and Nepal, it's also critically endangered. So, be nice to these guys.

6. The Hercules Beatle: These creatures can get to be seven inches long, and can lift 70 times their own weight. This sounds intimidating, but these beetles mean you no harm. Plus, they get sillier the longer you look at them.

7. The Sand Tiger Shark: It looks a lot like your standard dangerous shark, but this slow-moving shark can be seen in subtropical waters the world over, and they've never attacked a human.

8. The Pit Bull: Pit bulls are demonized in popular culture for being aggressive towards people and other animals. In reality, they're actually loyal and intelligent dogs who love kids. The main problem in certain pit bulls exhibiting violent behavior is their socialization. Still, these dogs are seen as a menace in many places.

As a dog-lover, the final selection really moved us. You can find more of these surprisingly docile creatures over on Viral Nova.

While some of these animals may never be our best buddies they are still worth a second look. Educate yourself about the wild and the creatures that live in it.

Remember, we are not the only ones here. Respect is needed not just for the dangerous beasts in this world but also for the not so threatening as well.