Losing Nemo? Nighttime Light Pollution Can Stop Clownfish From Hatching, Study Shows

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By Olivia RosaneJul 10, 2019, 9:09 am199 pts
Light pollution is increasing near coral reefs as coastal developments expand. Some bungalows are even built above the reef with clear floors, so that tourists can watch the fish at night. But that means the fish can see the light from the bungalows, too. A group of Australian researchers set out to investigate…

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