How does human-made light pollution affect nocturnal animals? Alex Dainis explains how exposure to light can alter crickets’ circadian rhythm genes - and that’s just one example of the negative effects of light pollution! #LightPollution #Insects #Nocturnal #Genetics #Science #DarkSky #WomeninSTEM | Museum of Science, Boston

What’s more fun than a light pollution solutions pop quiz to celebrate #DarkSkyWeek? Check your answers below ⬇️ 1. A—Orange-tint! Blue light scatters more than other colors in the atmosphere, causing more light pollution.💡 2. B—Down (shielded)! Shields redirect artificial light down to the ground, where we need it!🛡️ 3. B—Less bright! Most cities light up their streets much brighter than we need. For example, human eyes can see very well with only the light of the full Moon, but a typical str