Moose are coming out on the roads of the Chernobyl zone: why it's dangerous and how to avoid car accidents.

According to ТСН: In the exclusion zone in Kiev region, wild animals are increasingly having to come out on the roads. Experts explain that moose come here because of the salt used by road workers to treat highways during icy conditions.

In the Chernobyl Radiation and Ecological Biosphere Reserve, a moose was recorded coming out onto the road. The animal showed no fear of traffic as it was searching for minerals necessary for winter. Local Telegram channels published a video of this incident.

Why does salt attract wild animals?

In winter, roe deer, deer, and moose experience a lack of salt in their diet. The mixture used to sprinkle roads to prevent icing becomes an accessible source of "treats" for them.

By licking salt from the asphalt or roadside, animals lose caution and may suddenly find themselves in front of a vehicle.

Call from animal rights activists and ecologists

Activists and the reserve administration call on drivers with permission to move in the exclusion zone to be as attentive as possible.

Recommendations for drivers

• Follow speed limits: in wooded areas and reserves, speed should be minimal.

• Pay attention to dusk: moose are particularly active at dawn and dusk when visibility on the road is limited.

• Do not try to approach: if you see an animal on the road, it is better to stop and let it leave the road calmly.

"The moose is a massive animal, weighing up to 500-600 kg. Colliding with such a giant at speed is deadly for both the animal and the driver and passengers of the vehicle," experts emphasize.

Ecologists also note that due to the absence of active anthropogenic influence, the population of wild animals in the Chernobyl zone is steadily increasing. This requires people to exercise particular caution when on this territory.

It is worth reminding that in the Chernobyl reserve a record has been documented: a unique herd of deer has been spotted.

The increase in the population of wild animals in the Chernobyl zone is a result of nature's recovery after a long absence of human activity. This brings not only ecological benefits but also increases risks for drivers traveling in these areas. Therefore, it is important to adhere to traffic rules and be attentive while driving to avoid accidents involving wild animals.