When the butterfly comes, comes also the summer. (Zuñi Indians.)
Bees.
When bees remain in their hives or fly but a short distance, expect rain.
Bees early at work will not perform a full day’s work.
Bees will not swarm before a near storm.
Bees returning hastily and in large numbers are said to indicate approaching rain, although the weather may be clear.
When bees to distance wing their flight
Days are warm and skies are bright;
But when their flight ends near their home
Stormy weather is sure to come.