Events

The day is dedicated to raising awareness about the Pallas's cat, a small wild cat that lives in the grasslands and steppes of Central Asia. 

World Penguin Day recognizes one of the unique birds on the planet. Gentoo Penguins

There are 4 species of tapir, all except for the Brazilian tapir they are all endangered species. Malayan Tapir

It's a day to honor the hyena as an important predator and scavenger. Spotted Hyena

This is the world's largest day of amphibian education and conservation action.

This is a day not only to bring awareness and education about what exactly is happening with these wonderful animals (all 5 species are either endangered or critically endangered) but to also learn new things about these animals and celebrate them. Black Rhinoceros

A day to celebrate wild koalas and protect their habitats. Unfortunately I have no photos of wild koalas

This is a special day for bird watchers. Turkey and Black Vultures

This is a day to recognize all the endangered species and the effects on the biodiversity of the planet.  For example both these species are extinct in the wild. Guam Kingfisher Socorro Dove

This is a day to become more informed about penguins and their current issues.  For example the Galapagos penguin is the only penguin that sometimes swims into the northern hemisphere, it is also an endangered species. King Penguins second only to Emperor Penguins in size