Artificial light at night alters the seasonal responses of biting mosquitoes

Fyie, Lydia R.; Gardiner, Mary M.; Meuti, Megan E.

doi:10.1016/j.jinsphys.2021.104194

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“…Control cabbage moth pupae under no illumination at night effectively entered diapause, whereas most under white and green light, and approximately 20% of pupae under red light, averted diapause. Fyie et al [45] also found in a mosquito that dim light (approx. 4 lux) at the dark phase of short-day conditions averted diapause entry [45].…”

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“…[ 45 ] also found in a mosquito that dim light (approx. 4 lux) at the dark phase of short-day conditions averted diapause entry [ 45 ]. However, these studies only assessed the deleterious effects of light at night under ‘simulated’ light conditions at a fixed illuminance.…”

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confidence: 95%

“…Fyie et al . [ 45 ] also found in a mosquito that dim light (approx. 4 lux) at the dark phase of short-day conditions averted diapause entry [ 45 ].…”

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Urban warming and artificial light alter dormancy in the flesh fly

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Seasonal changes in temperature and day length are distinct between rural and urban areas due to urban warming and the presence of artificial light at night. Many studies have focused on the impacts of these ubiquitous signatures on daily biological events, but empirical studies on their impacts on insect seasonality are limited. In the present study, we used the flesh fly Sarcophaga similis as a model insect to determine the impacts of urbanization on the incidence and timing of diapause (dormancy), not only in the laboratory but also in rural and urban conditions. In the laboratory, diapause entry was affected by night-time light levels as low as 0.01 lux. We placed fly cages on outdoor shelves in urban and rural areas to determine the timing of diapause entry; it was retarded by approximately four weeks in urban areas relative to that in rural areas. Moreover, almost all flies in the site facing an urban residential area failed to enter diapause, even by late autumn. Although an autumnal low temperature in the urban area would mitigate the negative effect of artificial light at night, strong light pollution seriously disrupts the flesh fly seasonal adaptation.

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“…This continued into mid-2015, when community groups finally engaged the right experts. In the midst of great government failure in Flint and at the state level, the Black community organizations combating the injustice were not victims, these areas are more at risk for mosquito-borne diseases since the period of contracting diseases are extended (Fyie et al 2021).…”

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Green inequities: Examining the dimensions of socioenvironmental injustice in marginalized communities

Hicks¹,

Malone²,

Moore³

et al. 2021

Parks Stewardship Forum

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In the realm of socioenvironmental justice, much discourse centers on equal access to green areas and on climate injustice in the United States. Marginalized communities, including Indigenous populations, are being excluded from current narratives surrounding the natural spaces that in many cases are historically tied to under-represented groups. This article aims to explore some of the many dimensions of environmental racism, green inequities, climate injustice, and access. The dimensions include but are not limited to racial gatekeeping, nature deprivation in low-income communities, green gentrification, light pollution, and access to clean water. The recommendations section serves as a guide during decisionmaking processes at the local, state, and federal level, as well as moving forward in offering impacted communities protection from environmental racism and socioenvironmental injustice to impacted communities. Authors' noteWe acknowledge the fluidity of language use and inclusive terminology. We recognize that over time, some terminology may come to be considered outdated due to societal changes and advances in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. We aim to use language in a way that respects and commemorates diversity. It is imperative to consider personal preferences when using language to address a collective. Furthermore, personal preference is not always synonymous with that of a group of people. The terminology used in this article considers current inclusive terminology and the personal preferences in language and self-identities of our diverse authors. In order for our readers to stay current on terminology, we have provided a link in the References to the National Assembly of State Art Agencies Inclusive Language Guide.

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“…Lastly, ALAN could increase cross-realm rates of disease transmission due to its impact on vector biology, such as biting mosquitoes. For example, in a recent study by Fyie et al (2021), artificial light masked natural daylength change which is the trigger for diapause, meaning mosquitos remained reproductively active for longer and produced more aquatic larvae. ALAN exposed mosquitos also had increased rates of blood feeding compared to control mosquitos.…”

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Light pollution: A landscape-scale issue requiring cross-realm consideration

Mayer‐Pinto

Jones

Swearer

et al. 2021

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Terrestrial, marine, and freshwater realms are inherently linked through ecological, biogeochemical and/or physical processes. An understanding of these connections is critical to optimise management strategies and ensure the ongoing resilience of ecosystems. Artificial light at night (ALAN) is a global stressor that can profoundly affect a wide range of organisms and habitats and impact multiple realms. Despite this, current management practices for light pollution rarely consider connectivity between realms. Here we discuss the ways in which ALAN can have cross-realm impacts and provide case studies for each example discussed. We identified three main ways in which ALAN can affect two or more realms: 1) impacts on species that have life cycles and/or stages on two or more realms, such as diadromous fish that cross realms during ontogenetic migrations and many terrestrial insects that have juvenile phases of the lifecycle in aquatic realms; 2) impacts on species interactions that occur across realm boundaries, and 3) impacts on transition zones or ecosystems such as mangroves and estuaries. We then propose a framework for cross-realm management of light pollution and discuss current challenges and potential solutions to increase the uptake of a cross-realm approach for ALAN management. We argue that the strengthening and formalisation of professional networks that involve academics, lighting practitioners, environmental managers and regulators that work in multiple realms is essential to provide an integrated approach to light pollution. Networks that have a strong multi-realm and multi-disciplinary focus are important as they enable a holistic understanding of issues related to ALAN.

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Artificial light at night alters the seasonal responses of biting mosquitoes

Cited by 38 publications

References 54 publications

Urban warming and artificial light alter dormancy in the flesh fly

Urban warming and artificial light alter dormancy in the flesh fly

Green inequities: Examining the dimensions of socioenvironmental injustice in marginalized communities

Light pollution: A landscape-scale issue requiring cross-realm consideration

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