Top 5 Wildlife Encounter Hotspots Identified ACT: Study
Canberra is the ACT's top wildlife encounter site.
Five major ACT wildlife encounter hotspots have been published, with Canberra in the territory's northeast region leading the way (see full table below).
It's important to note that wildlife strikes are once likely to rise sharply as Australia plunges into winter, with a 15 percent spike expected between May and August, according to new AAMI data.
“As we approach winter, we may see increased activity, especially from nocturnal wildlife when they cross roads in search of food and water, which we have seen after a drought, which increases the likelihood that they will be hit.” , the New South Wales Wildlife Rescue Service said in a statement. and Educational Service Representative Christy Newton.
AAMI Head of Automotive Claims Anna Cartwright added: "It is time for drivers to keep a close eye on wildlife crossing roads and be especially vigilant, especially at dawn and dusk when visibility can be difficult and nocturnal animals are more active."
Between February 1, 2019 and January 31, 2020, New South Wales was the worst state for wildlife strikes, followed by Victoria. However, it is Canberra that has surpassed all other suburbs.
Top 5 ACT Wildlife Encounter Hotspots
| Ranging | Suburb |
| 1 | Canberra |
| 2 | Add it |
| 3 | Belkonnen |
| 4 | Hume |
| 5 | Simonston |
Interested in the top XNUMX wildlife encounter hotspots in other states and territories in Australia? Here are links to results for New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania.
