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    Where are deer collisions most common in Finland?

    Regional differences in deer collisions.

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    Short answer

    Mostly in southwestern Finland. Taloustaito reports that a large share of game animal accidents happen in Southwest Finland (Varsinais-Suomi) and Uusimaa, the region around Helsinki. Satakunta, Pirkanmaa and Kanta-Häme also record many, especially with roe deer and white-tailed deer. The deer area lies mainly southwest of a line from Vaasa to Kotka.

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    Why

    1. Taloustaito names Southwest Finland and Uusimaa as the top regions.
    2. Satakunta, Pirkanmaa and Kanta-Häme also record many accidents.
    3. The deer area lies mainly southwest of the Vaasa to Kotka line.

    Details

    Roe deer often live in areas where roads have 80 or 100 km/h limits, so even a small animal can cause a serious accident.

    Tip

    Drive with extra care around Turku, Salo and the countryside west of Helsinki at dusk.

    What may differ

    Deer populations and collision counts change from year to year.

    Common misconception

    Animal collisions are mainly a problem in Lapland.

    What actually happens

    Deer collisions are most common in southwestern Finland, near the biggest cities.

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    Sources

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