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Urban Observation of the Week: Scaling Salamander
Amphibians can be really great “indicator species” that, if they are present and healthy, then the ecosystem is doing ok. Some amphibians though are…
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Evolution 2019: How Do Anoles Handle Artificial Light at Night?
In the second of four urban anole presentations at Evolution, Emmanuel D’Agostino does a great job summarizing new research by LITC contributor Chris Thawley. Chris’…
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Is Artificial Light Changing Pigeon Behavior?
I live in New York City, “city that never sleeps,” where you can get a manicure at 11pm, a haircut at 1am, and a…
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It’s Lit in the City
Night life in the city can be much brighter and artificial lighting can be a significant source of new evolutionary directions for city dwellers. A…