Before buildings collapse in earthquakes, animals often react to shock waves and tectonic shifts before humans. Common signs include:
– Dogs panicking and trying to escape
– Fish jumping out of ponds
– Cats fleeing their resting spots
– Birds flying erratically or escaping cages
A recent photo shows pigeons flying chaotically before a building in Bangkok collapsed during a 7.7 earthquake.
Although these behaviors are observed, science hasn’t confirmed animals can predict earthquakes—likely due to limited data and lack of controlled studies.
With modern sensors and 24/7 field cameras, we can now study this link. More research is needed to document how animals detect disasters through unusual behavior.
