5 major Victorian wildlife encounter hotspots identified: study
Heathcote is the main wildlife encounter point in Victoria.
Five major wildlife encounter hotspots have been identified in Victoria, with Heathcote in the central region of the state leading the way (see full table below).
Critically, wildlife strikes are likely to increase again as Australia plunges into winter, with a 15 percent increase 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, Victoria was the second worst state in terms of wildlife strikes, behind only New South Wales. However, it is Canberra that has surpassed all other suburbs.
5 main wildlife encounter hotspots in Victoria
| Ranging | Suburb |
| 1 | Heathcote |
| 2 | Gisborne |
| 3 | wallan |
| 4 | Sunbury |
| 5 | Woodend |
Interested in the top XNUMX wildlife encounter hotspots in other states and territories in Australia? Here are links to results for New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania and ACT.
