Yes, the Animals Know

Long before meteorologists had sophisticated technology to help them predict the weather, people made forecasts based on their
observations of animals, flowers, and nature.

Try out some old-fashioned forecasting:

• Frogs croaking more than usual, moles digging up soil more than usual, and oxen licking their forefeet all mean rain.
• Cats remaining indoors, devoid of vivacity, forecast wet or windy weather.
• Owls hooting and screeching during bad weather mean fine weather's near.
• Plenty of berries or acorns indicate a severe winter ahead.
• Swallows flying near the ground, robins coming near the house, and sparrows chirping a great deal mean rain or wind.