Animals Observances

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Migratory Bird Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Octopus Day

Celebrate National Feral Cat Day on October 16th by supporting humane care and management of feral cats through education and action.

Learn about the fascinating Okapi, its conservation challenges and how you can contribute to safeguarding this unique species' future.

Take it slow and celebrate International Sloth Day by learning about these fascinating creatures and supporting conservation efforts to protect their habitats.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Hagfish Day

Celebrate the unique beauty of Australia's wildlife on World Kangaroo Day and join the movement to protect these iconic marsupials.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of RSPB Feed the Birds Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Mule Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Black Cat Day

Discover the beauty and ecological importance of these fascinating creatures, while learning about their key roles in our oceans' health.

National Bison Day is an annual celebration of the significance of the American bison.

Discover World Wildlife Conservation Day! Learn about its history, how it's celebrated, and ways you can contribute to protecting our planet's incredible biodiversity.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Day Of The Horse.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Monkey Day

An annual awareness campaign by the Avian Welfare Coalition to highlight the capture of wild birds for profit.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Save The Eagles Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Squirrel Appreciation Day

Celebrate International Zebra Day on January 31st! Learn about these amazing striped animals, why they're important, and how you can help with conservation efforts.

An ancient Celtic tradition gives us a chance to look at these amazing creatures.

Celebrate National Sled Dog Day on February 2nd, honoring the heroic sled dogs and mushers who braved icy trails to save lives.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Feed the Birds Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Pangolin Day.

Celebrate World Whale Day and join a global movement to protect these majestic creatures, learn their significance, and make a difference for our oceans.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Polar Bear Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Horse Protection Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pig Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Wildlife Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Key Deer Awareness Day.

In 1998, Thailand declared March 13 as a day dedicated to the conservation of its elephants.

Celebrate National Learn About Butterflies Day with these interesting facts about butterflies.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Panda Day.

Celebrate International Day of The Seal by discovering the vital role seals play in ocean health and learn how you can help protect these marine wonders.

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Find out the dates, history and traditions of Manatee Appreciation Day

Celebrate International Bird Day and help protect our feathered friends; join efforts to preserve biodiversity and ecological balance.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Rat Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Zoo Lovers Day

Each year on April 10th, National Farm Animals Day focuses attention on the humane care of farm animals.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Dolphin Day

You'd have to be batty not to want to celebrate these amazing, nocturnal animals!

Discover World Penguin Day, celebrated on April 25th to raise awareness for these amazing flightless birds.