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Germany wildlife accident risk increases during autumn mating season
The Deutscher Jagdverband (DJV) has issued a warning regarding an increased risk of wildlife accidents on German roads during the autumn months. This surge in activity is attributed to the mating season for species such as wild boar and fallow deer, as well as animals searching for food and winter habitats.
Data from a 10-year registry indicates that collisions are most frequent between October and December. Over the course of a full year, roe deer are involved in 51 percent of these accidents, followed by rabbits and hares at 11 percent, and foxes at 6 percent. Wild boars, which can weigh up to 200 kilograms, rank fifth in annual accident statistics.
The Deutsche Wildtierstiftung notes that wildlife is particularly active during twilight, a period when daylight is decreasing in autumn. Drivers and motorcyclists are advised to exercise increased caution, especially on roads passing through or bordering forested areas.
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Data from a 10-year registry shows accidents are most frequent between October and December. www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.onetz.de · www.upday.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Wild boars can weigh up to 200 kilograms. www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.onetz.de · www.upday.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The risk of wildlife accidents on roads increases significantly during the autumn months. www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.onetz.de · www.upday.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Wildlife activity is particularly high during twilight hours. www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.upday.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Wild animals travel long distances during the mating season of wild boar and fallow deer. www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.onetz.de · www.upday.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Roe deer account for 51 percent of all wildlife accidents throughout the year. www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.onetz.de · www.upday.com