https://www.kunr.org/rainforest-reporting Hear student journalists’ sound rich science stories from the rainforest. en-US Copyright Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.kunr.org/2026-06-15/the-decline-of-may-beetles-in-costa-rica-due-to-light-pollution Abejones de mayo, also known as May Beetles, signify the start of the rainy season in Costa Rica. Their species pollinate plants, aerate soil and serve as prey for other animals. However, their population has been declining because of reasons like light pollution. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.kunr.org/2026-06-15/the-decline-of-may-beetles-in-costa-rica-due-to-light-pollution Mariel Day