Here's the legend:
* If Phil sees his shadow, it means six more weeks of winter.
* If he doesn't see his shadow, spring will arrive early.
The Groundhog Day tradition:
* Started in the 1800s with German immigrants who believed that a groundhog emerging from its burrow on Candlemas Day (February 2nd) could predict the weather.
* Punxsutawney Phil became the official groundhog for the celebration in 1887.
* Every year, Phil is awakened from his burrow and carried to a designated spot.
* A crowd gathers and waits for the "prognostication" (prediction) from the Inner Circle, a group of people who "interpret" Phil's actions.
Phil's accuracy:
* While considered a fun tradition, Phil's predictions are not scientifically accurate.
* He's only been right about half the time.
Phil's status:
* Punxsutawney Phil is a celebrity, with his own website, Facebook page, and even a documentary.
* He is considered a national icon and draws thousands of visitors to Punxsutawney each year for Groundhog Day.
Fun fact:
* Phil is said to live for 130 human years.