Arctic light pollution affects fish (IMAGE)

Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Arctic light pollution affects fish

Caption

Even the light of the moon or the light from the ship is enough to affect the creatures living in polar waters. Note that the light balance in this photograph has been slightly altered to make the horizon more visible, but the photo was taken in the polar night.

Credit

Photo: Geir Johnsen, NTNU/UNIS

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.