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Streetlights Triggering Isopod Death Spirals | Science News
Scientists in Israel uncovered a bizarre phenomenon: streetlights are triggering massive, synchronized “death spirals” of pill bugs, forcing thousands into dangerous circular patterns never seen in nature. The culprit? Simple white light casting circular shadows that lure the creatures to the edge, turning their natural behavior into a deadly, energy-draining dance. This discovery reveals how tiny human interventions—like a single streetlight—can disrupt ancient animal instincts, endangering vulnerable populations and exposing the hidden costs of our artificial world. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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