Every year, World Wildlife Day is celebrated on March 3 to spread awareness about the importance of flora and fauna, according to Business Standard. Because it provides food, clean air, and a healthy environment, wildlife is essential to preserving the balance of nature. This day inspires individuals to embrace sustainable lifestyles, support conservation initiatives, and live in a peaceful natural world.
Communities, organisations, and schools come together to raise awareness and take action. We can guarantee a brighter future for the earth and coming generations by safeguarding our animals.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Gujarat, celebrated World Wildlife Day by going on a lion safari in Gir Wildlife Sanctuary on Monday morning. He spent the night at Sinh Sadan, a forest guest house in Sasan, after offering prayers at the Somnath temple on Sunday evening.
World Wildlife Day 2025: Theme
The World Wildlife Day 2025 theme is “Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and Planet." It emphasises on searching for better ways to fund wildlife conservation while guaranteeing a sustainable future for both nature and communities.
World Wildlife Day: History
After Thailand suggested setting aside a day to promote awareness of animal protection, the UN created World animal Day in 2013. The first World Wildlife Day commemoration was held in 2014 after the UN General Assembly formally decided March 3 to be World Wildlife Day on December 20, 2013.
This date was selected because it coincided with the signing of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in 1973. A global agreement known as CITES was created to make sure that the trade in wildlife does not endanger the existence of plant and animal species.
World Wildlife Day 2025: Significance
The United Nations reports that increasing environmental problems are putting more than a million wildlife species in danger of going extinct. World Wildlife Day is an important day that raises global awareness about the urgent need to protect wildlife and preserve biodiversity.
The day promotes action against wildlife exploitation, illegal wildlife trading, and habitat damage. It seeks to maintain a balanced environment and safeguard ecosystems by encouraging sustainable practices.
