Pumas are drivers’ guardian angels

The top 3

Predators Most Effective at Deterring Deer: Pumas can reduce deer-vehicle collisions by up to 76% by altering deer behavior, while wolves have been shown to reduce such collisions by about 24% through similar behavioral impacts.
Top Animals in Vehicle Collisions: Deer are the most frequently hit animals in vehicle collisions, accounting for about 80% of incidents in some regions and over a million insurance claims annually in the U.S., followed by rodents, dogs, and raccoons.
Predator Reintroduction's Collision Impact: Reintroducing apex predators like wolves and pumas significantly reduces wildlife-vehicle collision rates, mainly by altering prey behavior and movement patterns, with wolf reintroduction in Wisconsin leading to a 24% reduction in deer-vehicle collisions.