Every February 2, the world turns its eyes to a furry little forecaster with a penchant for popping out of holes: the groundhog. Legend has it that if this pint-sized predictor sees its shadow, winter drags on for six more weeks. No shadow? Spring is just around the corner. It"s a quirky tradition that turns a small rodent into a celebrity meteorologist.
Groundhog Day
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Notting Hill Carnival
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Great horned owl
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Salar de Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia
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Earth Day
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A scented sea of purple
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Trooping the Colour
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International Day of Forests
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