Road Kill Museum

OK. Before I go anywhere with this, I have to give the disclaimer. I do not enjoy dead animals. It is quite the opposite. I hate for them to be dead, except for the purpose of the nourishment and survival of humans. I have never killed any animals in order to have a new picture for my collection.

So why do I do this? I travel a bunch. I love to drive. I see a great number of dead animals. I decided to start taking pictures. The bobcat was the first. I had never seen a real bobcat. How sad that the first time I did, it was, well dead. What a beautiful animal. As you will see from the slide show, there is quite a variety of Road Kill victims out there.

Take a look at the photos. As you do, I hope they will move you to slow down and keep your eyes open for animals crossing. Get a hold of a tiny stick-on whistle that you can attach underneath the bumper. These are supposed to give advance warning to the animal in time for it to move out of the way. Some say that they don't work, but others say they do. I don't have any deer testimonials or anything, but it's worth a try. They are cheap ($2-$5) and are easy to install, and an save you a great deal of money if they do work.

NOTE: If you do suddenly find that you are driving down the highway and you are approaching an animal in your path, be sure to look before you swerve or slam on the brakes. My wife and kids were in a fairly large auto accident because the person in front of them slammed on the brakes to avoid hitting a dog. Our car stopped in time, but the truck behind them did not. If there is a choice of hitting a dog or hitting a car with a mommy, and her two small children in it, HIT THE DOG. My brother, a paramedic, has seen numerous fatal accidents result from an attempt to avoid roadkill. I love animals, but I love people more... especially my family.