Roadkill Apr 2026

Roadkill is not just a conservation issue; it is a major public safety hazard and financial burden. Report road-killed deer to help AGFC monitor disease

The sheer volume of roadkill is staggering, with an estimated killed annually in the United States alone. Most Affected Species :

are the most commonly hit large animal, involved in over 80% of reported vehicle collisions in some regions.

: Collision rates often rise during mating seasons (the "rut" for deer) or during migrations, such as amphibians moving to breeding ponds during spring rains. Economic and Safety Impacts

: Roadkill can lead to local extinctions for species with low reproductive rates or high mobility, such as mountain lions and newts