Behavior
Can animals predict earthquakes?
Verdict: Debatable
While some animals may detect P-waves (the faster seismic waves that arrive first) seconds before humans feel shaking, there's no evidence they can predict quakes hours or days in advance. Most reports are anecdotal and lack scientific controls.
Sources & Further Reading
- Seismological Research Letters
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