# @cgtneurope on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Db0VcUmiR-A
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68914511-cgtneurope-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/d925c5ae5e.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-08-09T11:31:12.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** CGTN Europe (@cgtneurope) — https://gondola.cc/cgtneurope

## Caption

Hungary is switching off the decorative lighting on Budapest's iconic Parliament, the Buda castle and Chain Bridge at night to conserve energy.⁣
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While this may be a disappointment to tourists, it's a welcome move for residents, and the area's swarming mayflies.⁣
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Mayflies are often confused and dazzled by the lights, which causes them to crash into the river bank in the short time they have to lay eggs. ⁣
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Experts say turning off the lights may be the best way to protect Budapest's mayfly population.⁣
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#budapest #hungary #mayflies #wildlife #climatechange

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## Tags

climatechange, hungary, wildlife, budapest, mayflies

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