Alaska’s 207 animal crashes per 10k fatal accidents reveals major wildlife collision threat

News Desk | October 4, 2025 | International, Climate & Environment, Featured Edition | Follow on Google News

Alaska’s 207 animal crashes per 10k fatal accidents reveals major wildlife collision threat

Alaska recently ranked No. 3 on the list of states with the highest likelihood of animal crashes. The study, conducted by Jamie Casino Injury Attorneys, evaluated wildlife collision risks across U.S. states and ranked them based on factors including fatal crashes involving animals, wildlife density, and rural road proportion.

Overall, Alaska earned an Animal Crash Likelihood Score of 77, calculated by combining rates of animal-related crashes, wildlife populations, and rural road percentages. This positions Alaska significantly above the national average for animal collision risk.

The data shows Alaska experiences 207 animal collisions per 10,000 fatal crashes, the second-highest rate nationwide. The state maintains 76% rural roads and boasts the nation’s largest populations of high-risk wildlife, with 200,000 moose and 100,000 black bears.

More specifically, the study identifies Alaska’s moose and black bear populations as primary contributors to vehicle collisions, marking the state as uniquely challenging for drivers navigating wildlife encounters.

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A spokesperson from Jamie Casino Injury Attorneys noted: “Recent migration pattern changes due to warming temperatures in Alaska have pushed more wildlife onto roadways during unexpected times, creating new challenges for drivers and wildlife management officials.”