Answer:
I sit high glowing and watch the world go by. Without me everything would seem dull and dangerous. What am I?
I am merry creature in pleasant time of year as in but certain seasons I sing that you can hear; And yet I'm made a by-word A very perfect mock; Compared to foolish persons And silliest of all folk.
I have a hundred legs but cannot stand. I have a long neck but no head. I cannot see and I help keep your house neat and tidy.
I am the noblest musical instrument
I am black and white and full of fuzz
Both old people and owls are said to be possessing this trait