World Wildlife Day
World Wildlife Day on 3 March celebrates wild plants and animals and highlights the need to tackle wildlife crime and species loss.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand
- International
OrganiserCITES Secretariat
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
The UN observes the day each year, with the CITES Secretariat leading it. It raises awareness of how protecting wildlife benefits people and the planet.
2026 theme
Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 3 March 2027 | UK, USA, International, New Zealand | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 3 March 2028 | UK, USA, International, New Zealand | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 3 March 2029 | UK, USA, International, New Zealand | Same date every year |
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