National Threatened Species Day
Held on 7 September, the date the last known thylacine died in 1936, to raise awareness of Australian plants and animals at risk of extinction.
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OrganiserWWF-Australia
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked20 October 2026
First held1996
About the day
The day was started in 1996 by the Threatened Species Network, set up by WWF-Australia and the Australian Government. It marks the death of the last Tasmanian tiger at Hobart Zoo and highlights conservation work for species under threat today.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday 7 September 2027 | Australia | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Thursday 7 September 2028 | Australia | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Friday 7 September 2029 | Australia | Same date every year |
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