The annual cycle of seasons in Europe is ....

- In the Spring, seeds take root and vegetation begins to grow. Animals wake or return from warmer climates, often with newborns

- In the Summer, Temperatures may increase to their hottest of the year. Other may receive less water, and forest fires may become more frequent.

- In the Auntumn, or fall, temperatures cool again. Plants may begin to grow dormant. Animals might prepare themselves for the upcoming cold weather, storing food or traveling to warmer regions.

- In the Winter , some areas may experience snow or ice, while others see only cold rain. Animals find ways to warm themselves, and may have changed their appearance to adapt.