National Endangered Species Day

About National Endangered Species Day

• It is observed to create awareness about the consequences of human activities and what we can do to save endangered species.
• Every year, National Endangered Species Day is observed on the third Friday of the month of May.
• History
  • In the year 2006, David Robinson and the Endangered Species Coalition established National Endangered Species Day to be celebrated every year to urge people to contribute to the safety and protection of endangered species.
  • According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, forty percent of animals, insects and plants on this planet are at risk of extinction.
• The theme for the year 2024: Celebrate Saving Species.
• Significance
  • The day promotes conservation efforts and encourages individuals and organisations to participate in activities that help protect endangered species.
  • This includes habitat restoration, supporting conservation laws, and advocating for stronger environmental policies.

Q1: World Wildlife Fund (WWF)?

It is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) founded in 1961 in Morges, Switzerland, to protect endangered species of wildlife and preserve natural habitats.

Source: National Endangered Species Day 2024: Date, history, significance and all that you need to know