Modern Street Lights Disrupt Camouflage of Coastal Species, Exposing Them to Predators
For species that forage and feed in the dark, broad spectrum lighting can interfere with the camouflage they rely on for survival.
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For species that forage and feed in the dark, broad spectrum lighting can interfere with the camouflage they rely on for survival.
Species that rely on darkness to forage and feed are losing the gift of camouflage thanks to advances in the lighting used to illuminate the world's cities and coastlines, a study has shown.
Offshore development and coastal city lights negatively impact many marine species
Coastal cities and offshore development create enough light to potentially alter behavior of tiny organisms dozens of meters below the surface.
Ecologists and biologists have long recognized that artificial light at night can have adverse effects on the health of humans and terrestrial wildlife, including disrupted sleep patterns, feeding schedules, and reproductive cycles.