Awareness Animals
World Pangolin Day
Held on the third Saturday in February, World Pangolin Day raises awareness of pangolins, which are threatened by trafficking for their scales and meat.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserWorld Pangolin Day
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
The day is promoted by the World Pangolin Day site and by charities such as Save Pangolins, with events and online campaigns. In 2026 it fell on 21 February.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 20 February 2027 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Saturday 19 February 2028 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Saturday 17 February 2029 | UK, USA, International | Set by a fixed rule |
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