Science
Noisy environments can have detrimental effect on plants, study finds – The Guardian
Persistent noise from natural gas wells in New Mexico disrupted birds that feed on and distribute pinyon seeds
As humans proliferate, we have penetrated deeper into wildlife habitats, creating a pervasive rise in environmental sound with our gadgets, traffic and industry. A growing body of research has shown how noise pollution adversely affects animal behaviour but a study suggests the detrimental effects have trickled down to plants as well.
To investigate the long-term ecological effects of persistent noise, researchers chose the Rattlesnake Canyon habitat management area in New Mexico. Dominated by woodland…
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