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Drivers are noticing fewer dead bugs on their windshields after a long trip than in past decades. It's called the "windshield phenomenon": Drivers are noticing fewer dead bugs on their windshields after a long trip than in past decades. © Adobe stock

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Issued on: 26/05/2026 - 13:41Modified: 26/05/2026 - 13:42

From the show

Down to Earth

Scientists need your help! French researchers are calling on car drivers to help them measure the decline of insect populations – thanks to an app dubbed "Bugs Matter". The citizen science project was launched in April by France's National Museum of Natural History. It will become the country's first ever comprehensive assessment of insect populations. Our Down to Earth team reports.

By:

Valérie Dekimpe