Wildlife overpassRussia
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Russia
1. Wildlife overpass
A wildlife overpass, also called an ecoduct or wildlife bridge, is a specially designed bridge that allows wild animals to cross safely above a road or railway. The structure is covered with soil, vegetation and other natural features so that it connects habitats on both sides of the transport route. Fences are often used to guide animals toward the crossing and prevent them from entering the road. Wildlife overpasses reduce animal-vehicle collisions and reconnect habitats that have been divided by roads.
What is a wildlife overpass?
A wildlife overpass is a bridge designed to allow wild animals to cross safely above a road, railway or other transport route.
What is an ecoduct?
An ecoduct is another name for a wildlife overpass or nature bridge. It is covered with natural materials and vegetation so that animals can move between habitats without entering traffic.
Why are wildlife overpasses built?
They help reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions and reconnect fragmented habitats, allowing animals to move safely between feeding, breeding and living areas.
Which animals use wildlife overpasses?
Depending on the location and design, wildlife overpasses can be used by deer, wild boar, foxes, badgers, smaller mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds and insects.
How are animals guided toward a wildlife overpass?
Wildlife fencing, vegetation and landscape features can guide animals toward the crossing while helping prevent them from entering the road.
Can people use a wildlife overpass?
This depends on its design. Some wildlife overpasses are reserved entirely for nature, while others include a separate path for pedestrians or cyclists. Human activity may be restricted to reduce disturbance to wildlife.
