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
Category: Science
Region: General
Published: July 15, 2026 at 14:45
📝 Summary
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.