Fish and Wildlife warns drivers to watch for moose

It's that time of the year when moose are on the move and too often find themselves in front of a speeding car.

The Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife released a statement saying that May is the month drivers are most likely to hit a moose, with dark the worst time.

Last year, Vermont drivers hit 36 moose in May of the 203 that were hit in all of 2006, according to the news release.

In the release, the department suggests drivers be aware as they drive, particularly at night. Don't overdrive your headlights and watch for moose on roadsides. Reduce your speed when you see the "Moose" warning signs on the highway. On secondary roads, the department recommends driving at 40 mph or slower. If you see a moose, slow down or stop. Don't try to zip past before it moves.