Survival Myths That Could Get You Killed

❄️Rubbing frostbitten skin can cause more tissue damage; submerge in warm water instead.

🌵Drinking cactus fluids can cause vomiting and diarrhea; eat safely edible cacti like the prickly pear.

🐝Jumping into water will not make bees or wasps go away; seek shelter and don't provoke them.

🔥Shelter is more important than fire in survival situations; prioritize staying off the ground and protected.

🌿Following animals' food choices is not safe; perform the universal edibility test before consuming any foraged plants.

Can rubbing frostbitten skin cause more tissue damage?

—Yes, rubbing frostbitten skin can cause more tissue damage. It needs to be treated gently and given a chance to heal.

Is it safe to drink fluids from cacti in the desert?

—No, fluids from most cacti in the desert can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Some safe options include the fruit of the prickly pear cactus.

Does jumping into water make bees or wasps go away?

—No, jumping into water will not make bees or wasps go away. It is best to seek shelter and avoid provoking them.

Is fire more important than shelter in survival situations?

—No, shelter is more important than fire in survival situations. It provides protection from the elements and should be prioritized.

Is it safe to follow animals' food choices in the wild?

—No, animals' food choices may include plants that are harmful to humans. It is important to perform the universal edibility test before consuming any foraged plants.

00:20Survival myths can be dangerous and lead to harmful actions in emergency situations.

00:38Rubbing frostbitten skin can cause more tissue damage; submerge in warm water instead.

02:57Drinking fluids from most cacti in the desert can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain; eat safely edible cacti like the prickly pear.

05:13Jumping into water will not make bees or wasps go away; seek shelter and avoid provoking them.

05:58Shelter is more important than fire in survival situations; prioritize staying off the ground and protected.

06:38Following animals' food choices in the wild is not safe; perform the universal edibility test before consuming any foraged plants.

09:49Boiling dirty water alone may not be enough to make it safe to drink in the wild; filter it through cloth and charcoal to remove impurities.

11:33Following birds in flight may not lead you to a water source in survival situations; they may be migrating or flying for other reasons.