THE Yarra Ranges has been revealed as Melbourne’s worst area for collisions with animals.
RACV Insurance claims data for 2013 shows that roads in Yarra Ranges, City of Knox and City of Manningham recorded the highest number of collisions with animals in the region.
RACV general manager insurance Paul Northey said collisions with animals occurred at all hours but most took place at dawn or dusk and that kangaroos accounted for 78 per cent of all animal collision claims.
“It is pleasing that many members of the public report injured animals to the relevant wildlife organisations,” Mr Northey said.
“RACV encourages motorists who find sick, orphaned or injured wildlife to call Wildlife Victoria on 1300 094 535 as soon as it is safe and practicable to do so.”
