It's #NationalWildlifeDay! 🐻🐸🦊
No matter the forecast, our planet's animals always seem to have it figured out. Here's some examples of wildlife with wild relationships with the weather (say that five times fast)!
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Many animals seem to be able to predict the weather.
One example is frogs, who are said to croak louder when a storm is brewing 🐸 ⛈️
However, our favorite furry forecaster will always be Punxsutawney Phil!
@JimCantore and @JenCarfagno are his biggest fans 😍
@JimCantore @JenCarfagno Ever wondered what animals do when it rains? They can't exactly grab an umbrella ☔
Some, like rabbits, will burrow underground to stay dry 🐰
@JimCantore @JenCarfagno While you might head inside to seek the AC on a hot day 🌡️, cold-blooded creatures like snakes will take advantage of the warmth by basking in the sun!
They'll soak up the rays on a heat-absorbing surface like a rock 🐍
@JimCantore @JenCarfagno On the contrary, cold weather can make some animals get the heck outta town!
Whether they spend their time in the skies or in the seas, many different species will migrate to warmer areas when it gets chilly. You're probably familiar with geese flying south for the winter ❄️
@JimCantore @JenCarfagno The seasons definitely have an impact on wildlife.
Many animals plan ahead and give birth during the springtime in order to take advantage of the ideal temps. We're not complaining!
@JimCantore @JenCarfagno This time of year, many aquatic animals will adapt to oncoming hurricanes. Back in July, we highlighted how sharks react:
@JimCantore @JenCarfagno That's all for now, but we're sure we missed a ton! Reply below with your knowledge about how wildlife interacts with the weather ⬇️
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