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    Which animal causes most road collisions in Finland?

    Deer, roe deer and moose on Finnish roads.

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    Short answer

    Not the moose. According to Statistics Finland figures reported by Taloustaito, there were 12,826 game animal collisions in 2023: 5,695 with white-tailed deer, 5,483 with roe deer, 1,515 with moose and 133 with other species such as wild forest reindeer or wild boar. Deer areas lie mainly southwest of a line from Vaasa to Kotka. In the north, reindeer are a separate risk.

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    Why

    1. Statistics Finland counted 12,826 game animal collisions in 2023.
    2. White-tailed deer were involved in 5,695 and roe deer in 5,483.
    3. Moose collisions numbered 1,515.

    Details

    A moose weighs far more than a deer, so moose collisions are the most dangerous for people in the car even if they are less common.

    Tip

    Slow down where you see game warning signs and at the ends of game fences, where animals often cross.

    What may differ

    Totals vary from year to year. Verkkouutiset reported that the annual number had fallen to under 13,000.

    Common misconception

    Most animal collisions in Finland are with moose.

    What actually happens

    White-tailed deer and roe deer cause most collisions. Moose cause about one in eight.

    People also ask

    • How common are moose collisions in Finland?
    • When are deer collisions most common in Finland?
    • Are there reindeer on the roads in Lapland?

    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules and fees change, so check Traficom, Liikenneturva or the police before you drive.

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