Nocturnal Animals in the Spotlight: How Artificial Light Reshapes Nightlife

12/09/2025 19 min

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Episode Synopsis

This episode explores the hidden costs of artificial light at night on nocturnal animals. Drawing on recent studies, we examine how urban illumination disrupts the survival and development of insects, alters the feeding and movement patterns of bats, and reshapes the behavior of rodents. From light intensity to spectral composition, we unpack the science behind these disruptions and discuss why protecting darkness is becoming essential for biodiversity in our cities.

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