Unsilent spring.
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| Title: | Unsilent spring. |
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| Authors: | Thompson, Clive (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | MIT Technology Review. May/Jun2026, Vol. 129 Issue 3, p46-51. 6p. 4 Color Photographs. |
| Subjects: | Noise pollution, Animal communication, Animal populations, Environmental degradation, Traffic noise, Noise control |
| Geographic Terms: | San Francisco (Calif.) |
| Abstract: | The article focuses on the impact of anthropogenic noise—human-made sound pollution—on wildlife and humans, highlighting how increased urban and industrial noise disrupts animal communication, behavior, and health. Studies of white-crowned sparrows in San Francisco’s Presidio show that traffic noise forces birds to sing louder and at higher pitches, which affects mating and stress levels, while the COVID-19 pandemic’s quiet period allowed birds to revert to more natural songs. Research also demonstrates that noise pollution causes stress and health problems in humans and alters animal populations, often reducing biodiversity. Solutions such as urban design changes, noise barriers, reduced speed limits, and electrification of vehicles can significantly reduce noise pollution, offering immediate benefits to both wildlife and people. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | The article focuses on the impact of anthropogenic noise—human-made sound pollution—on wildlife and humans, highlighting how increased urban and industrial noise disrupts animal communication, behavior, and health. Studies of white-crowned sparrows in San Francisco’s Presidio show that traffic noise forces birds to sing louder and at higher pitches, which affects mating and stress levels, while the COVID-19 pandemic’s quiet period allowed birds to revert to more natural songs. Research also demonstrates that noise pollution causes stress and health problems in humans and alters animal populations, often reducing biodiversity. Solutions such as urban design changes, noise barriers, reduced speed limits, and electrification of vehicles can significantly reduce noise pollution, offering immediate benefits to both wildlife and people. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 2749649X |
