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Beware of drunk deer. That’s the message from a police department in Saône-et-Loire, France, warning motorists of the erratic behavior of the local deer population after drinking the so-called “forest aperitif.”Authorities in the rural town released video of the deer, running haphazardly in circles in what appears to be an intoxicated state.A Facebook post from the department warns French drivers to be vigilant on the roadways, saying “a shock can happen very quickly, especially at night or on a secondary road.”Authorities added that it’s likely the animals consumed buds, fermented fruits or decaying plants, which could lead to erratic behavior. It’s a yearly phenomenon that typically occurs in spring or autumn. Studies have shown that animals break down ethanol similar to humans — meaning they may experience some of the effects of consuming alcohol. Officials are urging caution on area roadways as these animals are acting under extreme neurological impairment.
Beware of drunk deer.
That’s the message from a police department in Saône-et-Loire, France, warning motorists of the erratic behavior of the local deer population after drinking the so-called “forest aperitif.”
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Authorities in the rural town released video of the deer, running haphazardly in circles in what appears to be an intoxicated state.
A Facebook post from the department warns French drivers to be vigilant on the roadways, saying “a shock can happen very quickly, especially at night or on a secondary road.”
Authorities added that it’s likely the animals consumed buds, fermented fruits or decaying plants, which could lead to erratic behavior. It’s a yearly phenomenon that typically occurs in spring or autumn.
Studies have shown that animals break down ethanol similar to humans — meaning they may experience some of the effects of consuming alcohol.
Officials are urging caution on area roadways as these animals are acting under extreme neurological impairment.
