Daily Archives: April 1, 2024

Solar Eclipse Viewing – what can we expect to see in the PNW?

A solar eclipse, A rare celestial event, is an opportunity to study how animals react to the sun disappearing, albeit briefly.

Watch the eclipse safely:

If you want to view the solar eclipse safely, equipment that meets the ISO 12312-2 standards means that they’re safe for use. For this, the equipment must be tested in a laboratory and approved by a recognized accrediting body. Unfortunately, anyone can print a statement that says their product meets the ISO standards which is why checking out the AAS’s list of approved safe solar viewers can give you peace of mind.

 

Many animals use light to navigate, when it slowly gets darker the animals become less active.  Learn more