Wildlife crossings are increasingly recognized for their role in reducing roadkill and promoting animal conservation. As motorists have become a significant threat to wildlife, especially unique species such as mountain lions, these crossings are being designed with species-specific requirements. For example, pronghorn prefer bridges over tunnels. With growing bipartisan support, projects like the L.A. crossing aim to mitigate inbreeding in local wildlife populations. Researchers are studying successful implementations, including in Brazil, to understand the impact on endangered species like the golden lion tamarin and evaluate the effectiveness of these crossings in promoting safe wildlife passages.
"Wildlife crossings have proliferated across the U.S. in the past 20 years with broad nonpartisan support. Most often, the objective is safety."
"Some of the most ambitious crossings for conservation have just been built, and it will take time to assess the results."
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