Impact of Light Pollution on Rodents and Insects
03/20/22 • 22 min
Dr. Bridgette Farnworth has done insightful research on rat behaviour, predation risk, the New Zealand Weta, light pollution and insects. In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing her on the effects of light pollution on rodents and insects.
Time stamps :
- 01:26 : What brought you to dark sky advocacy ? and When did you get started ?
- 04:23 : How does light pollution affect rodents ?
- 10:41 : What are the harmful effects of light pollution on insects ?
- 16:43 : What can our listeners do to mitigate the harmful effects of light pollution on the environment ?
- 19:15 : Where can our listeners learn more about your work and light pollution in general ?
Useful links and resources :
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Dr. Bridgette Farnworth has done insightful research on rat behaviour, predation risk, the New Zealand Weta, light pollution and insects. In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing her on the effects of light pollution on rodents and insects.
Time stamps :
- 01:26 : What brought you to dark sky advocacy ? and When did you get started ?
- 04:23 : How does light pollution affect rodents ?
- 10:41 : What are the harmful effects of light pollution on insects ?
- 16:43 : What can our listeners do to mitigate the harmful effects of light pollution on the environment ?
- 19:15 : Where can our listeners learn more about your work and light pollution in general ?
Useful links and resources :
If you liked this episode, please consider buying me a coffee.
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Astrotourism in Massachusetts
In addition to being an exemplary astronomer, Dr. James D. Lowenthal has spent decades advocating for dark skies. In this episode, he shares with us useful information on dark sky tourism in Massachusetts.
Time stamps :
- 03:07 : Have there been any measures implemented in Massachusetts's dark sky parks to reduce or limit light pollution ?
- 05:56 : Can one see the Milky Way from Massachusetts ? If yes, when can one see the Milky Way from Massachusetts ?
- 07:56 : Are there any observatories in the region ?
- 10:04 : Are there any planetariums in the region ?
- 10:56 : Are there any astronomy clubs in the region ?
- 12:26 : Are there opportunities for doing nightscape astrophotography in Massachusetts ?
- 14:39 : Is there a possibility to do nocturnal nature trails in Massachusetts ?
- 16:39 : Are there any dark sky friendly bed and breakfasts in Massachusetts ?
Useful links and resources :
- IDA Massachusetts
- International Dark-Sky Association
- McConnell Rooftop Observatory
- Wilder Observatory
- MIT Wallace Astrophysical Observatory
- MIT Haystack Observatory
- Bassett Planetarium
- Seymour Planetarium
- Charles Hayden Planetarium
- Springfield Telescope And Reflector Society
- Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston
- Astronomical Society of Southern New England
- Stellafane
- Outdoor Street Lighting, Glare, and Circadian Rhythm Disturbance
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