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Cougars Could Cut Deer Car Crashes | Tech News
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Cougars could be nature’s traffic cops—new research shows their presence slashes deer-car collisions by up to 76% by forcing deer into safer, forested zones away from roads. Using 500+ cameras and accident data from the Olympic Peninsula, scientists found deer avoid roads and spend more time in woods when cougars are around, reducing crashes during daylight hours. With deer populations booming due to missing predators and expanding habitats—and over 1.8 million insurance claims for deer-related accidents last year—this study offers a surprising solution: reintroducing cougars might not only restore balance but also save lives. Experts wonder if this effect holds during deer’s distracted mating season, but the results point to a powerful, natural way to keep drivers and deer safer.
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