Nighttime drives can be treacherous, with the chance of encountering unseen wildlife a constant worry. In Finland, this is especially true for reindeer. A staggering 4,000 of these majestic creatures perish in car accidents annually, causing a heartbreaking loss of life and a hefty €15 million dent in wallets. Determined to stop this tragedy, the Finnish Reindeer Herders … [Read more...] about Finland Is Covering Reindeer Antlers With Reflective Paint To Prevent Auto Accidents
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A Haven for Kangaroos Who Have Lost Their Mothers Due to Car Accidents
Chris 'Brolga' Barns established a newborn kangaroo rescue center in Alice Springs, central Australia, in 2005. The center was founded to raise and care for young kangaroos after their mothers were hit and killed by cars across Australia. Chris would frequently find the orphans by the road, still in their mother's pouch. From 2009 to 2011, Barns built his own wildlife … [Read more...] about A Haven for Kangaroos Who Have Lost Their Mothers Due to Car Accidents