Tag: wildlife

A driving source of light pollution: How car headlights are reshaping the nighttime environment

Light Pollution

If you have found yourself squinting more often at the bright, blue glare of oncoming traffic in recent years, …

January 8, 2026

Celebrate the night with our pumpkin carving templates

Inspiration

This spooky season, bring the beauty of the night to your doorstep! We have created a set of nocturnal-themed …

October 16, 2025

DarkSky and the National Audubon Society promote Lights Out for the birds

About

Twice a year, billions of birds take part in massive migrations. Generally, birds spend the spring and summer in …

May 8, 2025

Monarchs on the move: Why dark skies matter

Light Pollution

Few sights in nature rival the breathtaking spectacle of monarch butterflies, their vibrant orange wings fluttering gracefully across continents …

March 31, 2025

Building dark sky connections with Michelle Wooten

Light Pollution

When you first enter the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, most people’s attention is drawn to the elephant …

March 12, 2025

Exploring “Lights Out”: The Smithsonian’s special exhibit on reclaiming the night

Astronomy

When you first enter the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, most people’s attention is drawn to the elephant …

January 17, 2025

10 Tips for a Stellar DarkSky Camping Experience

About

Camping under a star-filled sky is a magical experience, especially for those of us in the DarkSky Community who …

July 3, 2024

From the beach to the seafloor, light pollution interferes with marine life

Effects of light pollution

For World Oceans Day (June 8, 2024), we’d like to discuss the growing threat of light pollution to marine …

June 8, 2024

Q&A with DarkSky Delegate Sriram Murali from India

News

Filmmaker Sriram Murali discusses his work in dark sky photography and films and their impact in raising awareness about …

November 17, 2022

Lost Trail NWR Named Montana’s Newest International Dark Sky Sanctuary

Press release

Lost Trail National Wildlife Refuge joins Glacier National Park in dark-sky conservation efforts in Montana.

October 31, 2022

Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area Named IDA’s 200th Certified Dark Sky Place

Press release

Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area leads dark-sky conservation efforts in the iconic Sandhills region of Nebraska by becoming IDA’s …

September 12, 2022

Samyukta Manikumar: Dark nights from Kenya to Slovenia

News

Slovenian astrotourism consultant Samyukta Manikumar shares her experiences in Kenya and Slovenia, promoting dark skies and designing tourism experiences …

June 22, 2022