Posted January 15, 2016 6:00 am by Comments

By Vanessa Torres

Alabama Motorists Take Caution: Deer Are on the Move
Alabama Motorists Take Caution: Deer Are on the Move
Outdoor Alabama
Outdoor Alabama

Alabama -(Ammoland.com)- With more deer on the move this time of year, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources asks drivers to stay alert, especially during hours around dusk and dawn.

“As the breeding season occurs during the winter months in Alabama, their activity will increase during this time,” said Wildlife Chief Keith Gauldin. “When bucks are actively pursuing does in low light conditions, they can quickly appear out of nowhere.”

Gauldin said while a few may be solitary, most will travel in groups. “If you see one deer, there may be others following behind, so drive with caution.”

The Insurance Information Institute offers these tips to avoid hitting deer:

Be especially attentive from sunset to midnight and during the hours shortly before and after sunrise. These are the highest risk times for deer-vehicle collisions.

Drive with caution when moving through deer-crossing zones, in areas known to have a large deer population and in areas where roads divide agricultural fields from forestland. Deer seldom run alone. If you see one deer, others may be nearby.

When driving at night, use high beam headlights when there is …Read the Rest

Source:: AmmoLand

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