Earthquakes often strike without warning, but in the animal kingdom, some creatures seem to sense the danger before it hits. Here are 10 animals that respond early to an earthquake.
Dogs: They can detect high-frequency sounds, such as subtle movements of underground rocks and sense minor ground vibrations caused by seismic waves. (Image: File Pic)
Cows: Their heightened sensitivity to environmental changes allows them to detect subtle ground vibrations and atmospheric shifts long before humans can. (Image: File Pic)
Elephants: Elephants have been observed to move away from danger well before earthquakes, likely detecting low-frequency vibrations through the ground with their sensitive feet. (Image: File Pic)
Cats: They may hide or act restless before tremors, picking up on subtle ground vibrations and changes in air pressure. Their heightened senses allow them to detect earthquakes earlier than humans. (Image: File Pic)
Toads: Reportedly, toads have shown an uncanny ability to detect seismic activities before it occurs. (AI generated)
Centipedes: They are believed to have an exceptional ability to detect changes in their environment, including seismic activity like earthquakes. (Image: File Pic)
Snakes: They tend to become more active or slither away from their usual spots before an earthquake. They can detect vibrations and chemical changes in the environment that warn them of impending quakes. (Image: File Pic)
Rats: They often flee their burrows or show nervous behavior before earthquakes. Their strong sense of smell and hearing alert them to environmental changes. (Image: File Pic)
Bees: They leave their hives prematurely before seismic events, reacting to vibrations and atmospheric changes. Their complex communication helps the colony respond quickly to danger. (Image: File Pic)
Birds: Many birds fly erratically or leave their nests before an earthquake, responding to changes in atmospheric pressure or ground vibrations. Their ability to sense these early signs helps them avoid danger. (Image: File Pic)