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Light Pollution Kills Insects

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Light pollution at night is a significant factor in the decline of insect populations, and yet it is one of the easiest problems to solve – turn off the lights! Learn more about the impacts on insects and then follow these five principles for responsible outdoor lighting. Be sure to urge your friends and neighbors to do the same. You’ll help protect insects, feed birds, and save energy too!

For more information on light pollution, visit The International Dark-Sky Association at DarkSky.org

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