Facts & Statistics
Did you know that last year in Teton County over 500 animals were killed in Wildlife Vehicle Collisions (WVC)?
- Roughly 50% of these WVCs occur in the winter months (December - March)
- Most of these WVCs occur at night
- Reported roadkill numbers are likely much less than actual mortality numbers
- One estimate of the costs associated with WVCs last year in Teton County exceeded $3M (this estimate does not include WVCs occurring in Grand Teton National Park)
These statistics are based upon a study conducted by the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation. Read through the 2017 Study Report (PDF) to learn more.