Maine Turtle Roadkill Survey 2020

2020 Training Session Sharing Info Sharing info with the Community The overall goal of the project is to help reduce turtle mortality on roadways

There are a number of different ways that can be done using the data we collect Sharing info with the Community First of all, raise awareness of the issue Most people don’t notice roadkill much, and rarely see turtle roadkill. Even when they do, they might not understand the impact it can have on the population. Sharing info with the Community Next, work with those responsible for roadways to find solutions.

Maine DOT looks at roadkill data when they plan maintenance and other road work, to try to incorporate passage. Sharing info with the Community Wildlife crossing signs can be put in place to warn drivers of high turtle mortality areas. They are only open during the active season Sharing info with the Community Wildlife crossing structures can be put in place to facilitate safe passage through roadways.

This salamander tunnel allows light in through the grate on top Sharing info with the Community Up-sizing culverts can also allow safe passage. Sharing info with the Community

Wildlife fencing can also keep wildlife off the roads. Sharing info with the Community

Traffic calming techniques can also benefit wildlife. Sharing info with the Community Land use and transportation planning. • Avoid increased traffic where endangered species are found • Keep areas adjacent to wildlife crossing hotspots undeveloped Sharing info with the Community THANKS!