• Squirrel Appreciation Day

    This is the day to appreciate squirrels, for which there are 122 species of "tree" squirrels. Prevost's Squirrel    

  • International Zebra Day

    This day is to learn and protect zebras.  There are three species of zebra, the plains zebra (doing well), the mountain zebra (vulnerable/threatened), and Grevy's zebra (endangered).

  • World Bonobo Day

    This day is to raise awareness of the endangered great ape: Bonobo.  Though they look very similar to a chimpanzee they are a completely separate species.  Also, whereas chimpanzees are […]

  • World Whale Day

    World Whale Day aims to raise awareness of these magnificent creatures, their beauty as well as their ecological value to the planet. \ Fin Whale, my favorite whale.

  • World Pangolin Day

    This day is for raising awareness of the pangolin, for which there are 8 species (4 in Asia, 4 in Africa).  Pangolins are the most illegally trafficked animals in the […]

  • International Polar Bear Day

    This day is for celebrating the polar bear the world's largest bear and land carnivore.  They are also the unofficial climate change mascot. Polar Bear, Kansas City Zoo

  • World Wildlife Day

    World Wildlife Day is essential in bringing awareness to the wild animals and the natural habitat they live in.

  • National Learn About Butterflies Day

    Learn About Butterflies Day is an international day that is for learning more about these important creatures.  Not just pretty but also an important pollinator.