What do I do if I hit a kangaroo?

The chances of coming across wildlife on country roads can be quite high and hitting an animal can be stressful. If a kangaroo jumps out in front of you, hit your brakes. Swerving to miss a kangaroo can lead to loss of control of your car.

If you hit a kangaroo or animal, pull to the side if you can and put your hazard lights on, check on your safety and any other occupants. Before getting out the car check for danger.

Assess the damage of the vehicle. If any coolant is leaking contact the insurance company to organise a tow as continual driving could cause extra mechanical problems.

Approach the animal with caution. If safe do so, check the pouch for joeys.

Try to handle the joey as little as possible and keep it in a warm and quiet place. You shouldn’t feed any fluid or food. If you need assistance with a joey, you can call the Wildcare Hotline on 9474 9055 and they will put you in contact with a local wildlife carer.

If you need assistance with an insured kangaroo please call the police, the shire ranger on 9781 0444 or DBCA on 9752 5555