Lion (Panthera leo) crossing the road.

Areas of biodiversity conservation serve as hotspots for ecotourism, attracting high level construction of recreational amenities. Usually these amenities become a threat to wildlife. In the Yankari Game Reserve Bauchi State, Nigeria, the State Government recently constructed a paved road, which increased vehicular traffic and speed levels.

A herd of Western Hartebeest making use of the animal crossing.

This has increased incidences of road kills, which may have adverse effect on animal activities and population. These however have not been scientifically documented. This project aims to evaluate the effects of the paving of the major road leading into the Yankari Game Reserve in a bid to make necessary recommendations that will lead to informed management policy for the Reserve.