Article #78997

Times of India

Times of India

Title Scientists found that white streetlights can trap more than 5,000 pill bugs in giant circular “death spirals,” exposing them to predators and wasting their energy Source Times of India
Description Researchers discovered land isopods forming massive, synchronized circular formations. These creatures, known as woodlice, were drawn into glowing traps by streetlights. The isopods marched in tight circles until exhaustion or predation stopped them. This behavior, observed in Israel's Golan Heights, poses risks to the small animals. Artificial light at night can inadvertently alter natural survival strategies.
Link https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/scientists-found-that-white-streetlights-can-trap-more-than-5000-pill-bugs-in-giant-circular-death-spirals-exposing-them-to-predators-and-wasting-their-energy/articleshow/132418461.cms Published At 2026-07-15 10:45:41 (1 day ago)
Created At 2026-07-15 10:56:33 Updated At 2026-07-15 10:56:33