The swan builds its nest high before high waters, but low when there will not be unusual rains.
Thrush.
When the thrush sings at sunset a fair day will follow.
Turkeys.
Turkeys perched on trees and refusing to descend indicates snow.
Water turkeys flying against the wind indicate falling weather.
Vultures.
Vultures are considered as evil omens, in consequence, probably, of their following armies for the sake of carcasses of the slain, whereon they feed. When they scent carrion at a great distance, they indicate that state of the atmosphere which is favorable to the perception of smells, which often forebodes rain.
Water Fowl.
If water fowl scream more than usual and plunge into water, expect rain.