Recent research by Jonathan Lambert reveals that exposure of zebra finch eggs and hatchlings to traffic noise can have long-lasting negative effects on their health and ability to reproduce. Noise pollution is not only harmful to birds but also to humans. Continuous exposure to loud noises like construction and lawn mowers can lead to hearing damage. The constant hustle and bustle of city traffic can cause stress, disrupt sleep patterns, affect hormone levels, impair cognitive function, and increase the risk of heart diseases.
Studies have shown that pregnant women exposed to noise pollution may be at a higher risk of developing gestational diabetes, hypertension, and preeclampsia. Additionally, research published in JAMA Network Open indicates that children and teenagers living in noisy areas in the UK are more likely to experience anxiety.
Another fascinating discovery by Elizabeth Anne Brown is that captive beluga whales alter the shape of their forehead fat, known as melons, when in the presence of other belugas, possibly using this as a form of communication.
Date: 2024-07-13 06:00:00
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