Which 3 Folk Signs Have Scientific Basis: You'll Be Surprised

15.10.2023 12:26

Folk wisdom has long been based on human observation.

However, some people still treat omens with great skepticism.

This is completely in vain: many of them have a scientific basis.

What are the 3 signs to pay attention to?

Cats and dogs "predict" earthquakes

It has long been noted that pets begin to "fuss" long before the first signs of seismic activity appear.

However, it’s simple: cats and dogs have more developed senses of touch.

Photo: © Belnovosti

That's why pets feel shocks before people do.

Swallows "predicting" rain

There is nothing mystical about birds either: everything is explained very simply. The fact is that before precipitation, the plumage of birds becomes more humid, which forces them to reduce their flight altitude.

The insects that swallows feed on face the same problem.

Bird cherry blossoms for cold weather

The onset of cold weather during an already warm period of time is not the fault of the plant itself: it is simply that the flowering time of the bird cherry coincides with a drop in temperature.

The fact is that the plant's flowers and ovaries are able to appear in relatively cool weather.

Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor

Content
  1. What are the 3 signs to pay attention to?
  2. Cats and dogs "predict" earthquakes
  3. Swallows "predicting" rain
  4. Bird cherry blossoms for cold weather