The 'sonic attack' (causing headaches and some repatriations) on US diplomatic personnel in Havana has been revealed as most likely caused by local, love-lorn male crickets (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/jan/06/sonic-attack-on-us-embassy-in-havana-could-have-been-crickets-say-scientists). As pointed out by the scientists, the confusion might well have resulted from an unfamiliarity with these noisy insects.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Monday, 7 January 2019
It's Just Cricket
The 'sonic attack' (causing headaches and some repatriations) on US diplomatic personnel in Havana has been revealed as most likely caused by local, love-lorn male crickets (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/jan/06/sonic-attack-on-us-embassy-in-havana-could-have-been-crickets-say-scientists). As pointed out by the scientists, the confusion might well have resulted from an unfamiliarity with these noisy insects.
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