Kangaroos suffer in South Australia
February 16, 2010
KANGAROOS have been identified as the principal victims of animal-related collisions on roads in Southern Australia. Claims data from SGIC Car Insurance has shown the motor insurer received more than 1,300 animal-related collision claims in 2009, with more than 70% of these involving a kangaroo. Dogs are the second most likely animal to be hit. SGIC spokesman Robert McDonald said: “Unfortunately, many kangaroos are active on our roads. They are often looking for food at sunrise and sunset and it’s during this time that an increased number of collisions occur.” ...