FAQ About World Wildlife Day

World Wildlife Day is celebrated annually on March 3rd. This international observance was established by the United Nations General Assembly to raise awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation and biodiversity. March 3rd was chosen to commemorate the adoption of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) on that date in 1973. CITES is a crucial international agreement aimed at ensuring that international trade does not pose a threat to the survival of wild species. Each year, World Wildlife Day focuses on a specific theme to address key issues related to wildlife conservation and environmental sustainability.