Dark Matters – Nature’s Reaction to Light Pollution

Light and dark have affected the entire natural world. But lights from cars, streetlights, houses, shopping malls, skyscrapers, and other structures make towns and cities glow with light so bright it can be seen from outer space.

Dark Matters introduces sea turtles, birds, bats, fireflies, and other fragile animals impacted by unwanted light. It also explores the importance of keeping our window to the universe dark, so that astronomers and other scientists can study outer space.

In a presentation that offers both science and compelling true stories, you’ll discover how to help the animals you care about, as well as how you can help protect the night. After all, shouldn’t everybody be able to enjoy the beauty of a star-filled sky?

Based on Joan’s title: Dark Matters—Nature’s Reaction to Light Pollution. Watch the book trailer.

— Astronomy groups, nature organizations, schools, and libraries, please visit my website for details on hosting a Dark Matters talk. —