🤯 Did You Know (click to read)
Wildlife fencing is often paired with underpasses to guide animals toward safe crossing points.
As road networks expand near forest reserves, vehicle collisions pose an increasing threat to wildlife. A breeding adult Malayan tiger struck on a highway represents more than one life lost; it removes future litters and genetic contribution. With fewer than 150 individuals remaining, demographic impact is amplified. Road mortality disproportionately affects dispersing juveniles seeking new territory. Each fatal collision tightens the species’ survival margin. Prevention measures include fencing and designated wildlife crossings. Even isolated incidents carry national conservation consequences.
💥 Impact (click to read)
Large carnivores reproduce slowly, often producing only a few cubs per litter. Losing a single reproductive female can influence population trajectories for years. Mortality from infrastructure compounds existing threats like poaching.
Integrating ecological planning into transportation development is increasingly essential. Without mitigation, road expansion could silently accelerate decline. Preventing collisions is both a safety and biodiversity priority.
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