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As sunlight dimmers during a total solar eclipse, nature responds in ways you might not expect.
This unique celestial event will likely cause birds to fall silent, crickets to chirp, and bees to return to their hives, fooled by the sudden darkness.
These strange behaviors have fascinated people for centuries, but their actual impact on ecosystems remains a mystery.
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To better understand what happens to animals when the lights go out, NASA has funded the Eclipse Soundscapes Project, which will document the sights and sounds of the upcoming total solar eclipse.
On April 8, 2024, parts of North America will be temporarily plunged into darkness as the moon passes in front of the sun.
More than 30 million people in North America will witness the event, providing a unique opportunity for citizen science on a large scale.
Volunteers can join the project to record sounds, make observations, and help with data analysis. The project aims to build on a historical study conducted after a solar eclipse in 1932. However, this time, in 2024, we will be able to use modern tools to document our findings.
To get involved and learn more about the Eclipse Soundscapes project, visit the Eclipse Soundscapes website.
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Other strange things that happen to the weather during a solar eclipse
Strange noises and other unusual animal behavior aren’t the only things that can happen during a solar eclipse. In the past, some regions have experienced changes in wind patterns caused by eclipses. A 2016 study found that a solar eclipse of any kind – total, annular, or partial – can cause winds to blow in a different direction.
Bring a jacket if you go outside to enjoy the solar eclipse on April 8. During totality, it’s not uncommon for temperatures to drop, sometimes by as much as 12 degrees Celsius.
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