Streetlights are trapping thousands of pill bugs in giant “death spirals”

Scientists have found that streetlights are causing thousands of pill bugs to engage in unusual circular "death spirals," a phenomenon not previously observed in nature. This discovery highlights how light pollution can inadvertently disrupt the behavior of small ground-dwelling creatures. As urban areas continue to expand, understanding the impact of artificial lighting on wildlife becomes increasingly important for environmental conservation efforts. This insight could lead to changes in urban lighting practices to mitigate unintended ecological consequences.