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Railway mortality for several mammal species increases with train speed, proximity to water, and track curvature
Environmental Studies and ForestryScientific Reports

Railway mortality for several mammal species increases with train speed, proximity to water, and track curvature

C. C. S. Clair, J. Whittington, et al.

Railway collisions pose a hidden threat to large mammals, revealing alarming mortality trends across species in Banff and Yoho National Parks. Researchers, including Colleen Cassady St. Clair and Jesse Whittington, found that increased train speeds and track curvature significantly raise the risk of fatal encounters. Discover the critical factors influencing these incidents and potential mitigation strategies that aim to protect wildlife in these beautiful yet perilous landscapes.... show more
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