Effects of artificial lighting on our pets, particularly dogs - Featured Image

Why Talk About Light Pollution and Pets? When we discuss light pollution, the conversation typically centers on stargazing, the impact on migrating birds, or the

5 Ways in Which Light Pollution Is Affecting Texan Wildlife - Featured Image

Step outside on a clear night and you’ll see an endless sea of stars. However, you may not be able to see as many stars

How Communities Across Texas Are Fighting Light Pollution - Featured Image

Across most urban areas around the world, what should be a tapestry of thousands of celestial points has been washed out by the orange glow

How Invasive Lighting is Impacting Texas And What You Can Do About It - Featured Image

Have you ever had a neighbor’s floodlight beam into your bedroom all night? Or been abruptly blinded while crossing a quiet street at night?  Both

The Cultural History of Texas Night Skies - Featured Image

Away from city lights, the Lone Star State reveals a celestial canvas that has remained untouched for millennia. Over the past century, cities and suburbs

A hummingbird is seen feeding on lantana, capturing a moment of nature's elegance and the essential role of pollinators.

Native ecosystems rely on a delicate balance between the plants, animals, and the terrain they live in. Much of this equilibrium happens thanks to the

a car parked in front of a church at night

One of the most important pillars in our battle against light pollution is to minimize or eliminate unnecessary outdoor lighting. However, when we travel across

A serene night sky adorned with countless stars, illuminating the silhouette of trees below.

DarkSky Texas talks a lot about light pollution, and one of the top questions we hear is, “How does light pollution affect the environment in

a view of the night sky above the mountains and the city of Las Vegas

When we try to imagine something eternal and immutable, our minds head straight for the abstract: the passage of time, high ideals, or divinity. It’s

a city at night with a power plant and a river

When we hear pollution, most think of oil spills, smog, or floating plastic islands. But light can also pollute our night skies! At DarkSky Texas,