# Smartphones and Wi-Fi are killing vital insects

- Link: https://www.widthness.com/smartphones-and-wi-fi-are-killing-vital-insects/
- Published: 2020-09-23T09:00:47-05:00
- Author: Curated by Theresa Wysocki

In this photo made Monday, May 22, 2017, Nick Blase climbs a cellular phone tower to perform maintenance in High Ridge, Mo. [&#8230;] Image source: AP Photo/Jeff Roberson. Article by Mike Wehner. An analysis of over 80 studies shows a direct link between mobile phone and Wi-Fi radiation and declining insect populations. Radiation can affect insects at the cellular level and cause serious problems with their behavior and health. There is no clear solution, as we’re unlikely to give up our mobile communications any time soon. [&#8230;] Click here to view original web page at bgr.com