Solar eclipse 2026: The Sun will disappear on August 12 and birds may go silent, dogs could act strangely and temperatures may plunge.

Solar eclipse 2026 will bring a rare celestial spectacle on August 12, with the event expected to create noticeable changes on Earth. As daylight suddenly fades, birds may fall silent, dogs and other animals could behave differently, while temperatures may briefly drop in areas experiencing the eclipse. Here’s what scientists say about the surprising effects of a solar eclipse on animals, weather and temperatures.