"The self-proclaimed Possum Capital of the World stages its legendary one-day folk carnival each August in the Florida Panhandle's deep pine country, complete with a Possum Parade, Hog Callin' and Rooster Crowin' contests, a quilt auction, and the famous Possum Ice Cream made with persimmon."
Wausau Possum Festival
"Makanda celebrates the annual turkey vulture migration over the Shawnee National Forest with a quirky two-day street festival of local art, handmade crafts, live music, and concessions in its historic village boardwalk."
Vulture Fest
"Since 1978, Banner Elk has settled the winter forecast by racing woolly bear caterpillars up strings, with the Saturday champion earning $1,000 and official meteorological honours for the High Country."
Woolly Worm Festival