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French police warn drivers to beware of drunken deer
Officials said the deer likely ate fermented fruit, and police warned drivers that erratic animals may be more unpredictable near roads.
- Police in France warned motorists to watch for deer acting erratically after apparently consuming fermented fruits containing ethanol.
- On May 5, officials in Sao, Loire, shared a Facebook video showing a deer running in circles and rolling on the ground erratically.
- Natural yeasts ferment ripening fruit, creating ethanol, and some studies in Oxford Academic suggest animals break down this alcohol similarly to humans.
- Police cautioned that 'drunk' deer may move unpredictably near roadways, creating hazards for drivers navigating rural areas.
- Some researchers dispute that all mammals process ethanol similarly, despite studies suggesting animals experience alcohol effects like humans.
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French Police Warn Drivers To Be On The Lookout For Drunk Deer While Sharing Hilarious Video Highlighting The Problem
deer There isn’t a single species on the planet that consumes more alcohol than humans, but there are plenty of animals that have also figured out ways to get intoxicated in the wild. That includes the deer that police in France are advising drivers to keep an eye out for while driving the point home with a video that captured one of those animals in a very inebriated state. There is archaeological evidence that suggests people have been purpose…
The police in France warns against drunken deer. According to this, drivers are supposed to be on guard, especially in rural areas.
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