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This research is being carried out by\u00a0PhD student Jess Lister<\/strong>\u00a0at Edinburgh Napier University. Jess is designing and conducting the study to better understand how anthropogenic noise affects freshwater ecosystems. She is supported by a supervisory team, including\u00a0Dr. Jennifer Dodd (Director of Studies)<\/strong>,\u00a0Dr. Iain McGregor (Second Supervisor)<\/strong>,\u00a0Dr. Matthew Wale<\/strong>, and\u00a0Buglife\u2019s Conservation Director, Dr. Craig Macadam<\/strong>. Their expertise in bioacoustics, environmental science, and invertebrate ecology ensures a multidisciplinary approach to studying noise pollution\u2019s effects on freshwater biodiversity.<\/p>\n

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Jess Lister<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Understanding the Challenges of Noise Pollution in Freshwater Ecosystems<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Freshwater environments contain a variety of natural sounds from flowing water, aquatic species, and atmospheric conditions. However, increasing human activity is introducing noise that could interfere with species that rely on acoustic communication. While much research has explored noise pollution\u2019s effects on terrestrial and marine life, freshwater invertebrates remain underrepresented in these studies. Jess\u2019s work addresses this gap by examining how noise impacts stoneflies, an important group of insects in river ecosystems.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Stoneflies and Vibrational Communication<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Stoneflies (Order: Plecoptera) use substrate-borne vibrational signals, known as drumming, to communicate during mating. This is essential for species recognition and reproduction. However, road traffic noise overlaps with the frequency of their signals, raising concerns that it could disrupt mate attraction. Jess\u2019s research examines whether noise pollution alters their communication patterns.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Developing a Controlled Research Environment<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

To study these effects, Jess has implemented a controlled experimental setup. The\u00a0BeatBox<\/strong>, an acoustic chamber designed to minimise external interference, allows for precise playback experiments. This setup ensures that stoneflies\u2019 responses to different noise conditions can be observed and measured accurately.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Experimental Methods and Playback Studies<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Stonefly nymphs are collected from river sites and reared to adulthood in aquaria under controlled conditions. Once they emerge, males are placed in the\u00a0BeatBox<\/strong>, where their drumming behaviour is recorded with and without road noise playback. This controlled approach ensures accurate measurements and allows for detailed analysis of any changes in communication patterns.<\/span><\/p>\n

Initial findings suggest that noise pollution may affect the frequency and timing of stonefly drumming signals. If further analysis confirms this, it will provide important evidence that freshwater invertebrates\u2014like many terrestrial and marine species\u2014are affected by human-generated noise, with potential consequences for biodiversity and ecosystem function.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Impact of Noise on River Soundscapes<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Beyond individual species, Jess\u2019s research explores how road traffic noise interacts with river ecosystems. By combining\u00a0hydrophone recordings<\/strong>\u00a0with\u00a0in-air microphones<\/strong>, she is investigating how sound travels through both water and air, providing a broader understanding of how noise pollution alters freshwater environments.\u00a0She will also be capturing ground-borne noise<\/strong>, adding another dimension to the study by examining how vibrations travel through the riverbed and surrounding terrain. This comprehensive approach will provide deeper insights into how different types of noise interact within freshwater habitats.<\/span><\/p>\n

Because stoneflies are sensitive to temperature increases,\u00a0climate change and habitat loss pose significant threats to their populations<\/strong>. Their decline can lead to\u00a0disruptions in freshwater food webs<\/strong>, affecting fish populations and overall river health.\u00a0Monitoring and protecting stoneflies is essential<\/strong>\u00a0for maintaining\u00a0biodiversity and ecosystem function<\/strong>\u00a0in freshwater environments.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Future Directions<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Jess\u2019s work is contributing new insights to freshwater bioacoustics. As human activity continues to shape natural environments, her findings could inform conservation strategies aimed at\u00a0reducing the impact of noise pollution<\/strong>\u00a0on freshwater species. The\u00a0BeatBox<\/strong>\u00a0could also be used to study other invertebrates that rely on substrate-borne communication.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Jess Lister\u2019s research is helping to clarify how anthropogenic noise affects freshwater ecosystems. Her work highlights an often-overlooked aspect of environmental change, demonstrating the importance of including soundscapes in conservation efforts. By developing new methods and expanding knowledge of freshwater bioacoustics, she is making an important contribution to ecology and environmental science.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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