Thu, 02/01/2024 - 13:26 Gizmodo Humans have used light to trap insects for at least 2,000 years (thanks, Romans). Now, a team of researchers says they know why the animals are apparently drawn to the light—and it’s not a happy tale. Read more... Tags jamie theobald, s striolatum, insect control, moth, common darter, insect, n pronuba, mixta, ultraviolet radiation, n fimbriata, bug zapper, ultraviolet, zapper Source Insects Aren’t Attracted to Artificial Lights. They’re Tortured by Them