Why Peacocks Seem to Announce Rain During Breeding

Peacocks make loud calls that people can hear from far away.

Sometimes these calls happen before rain, so people think the birds are predicting the weather.

The birds are naturally noisy, though, and their calls can have many purposes.

Male peafowl often call repeatedly.

Female peafowl also make calls, including warning calls.

Peafowl call more during their breeding season.

They are especially vocal in the morning and evening.

This seasonal and daily pattern may help explain why their calls sometimes seem connected to rain, but the article does not establish that peacocks can sense approaching showers.