World Wildlife Day
March 3 · Level 8 · #616 of 2238
World Wildlife Day celebrates wild animals and plants while drawing attention to the pressures they face. This UN observance connects the wonder of biodiversity with the practical work of protecting species and tackling illegal wildlife trade.
How it is celebrated: conservation organizations, museums and protected areas host talks, exhibitions and meetings with researchers. Schools and community groups explore local wildlife and ways to help protect it.
The date marks the adoption of CITES in 1973. This international agreement regulates trade in protected animals and plants, linking the day directly to a major conservation tool.