Happy International Manatee Day! Today, we come together to celebrate and raise awareness about these gentle giants, also known as sea cows, who are native to Florida and other coastal regions. Manatees are fascinating creatures that can weigh up to 1,200 pounds and live as long as 60 years, surviving solely on seagrass.
Manatees face numerous threats, including pollution, global warming, and hunting, leading to their endangered status.
Let’s also give a big thank you to @ZooTampa for all they do to care for the manatees that arrive at their Critical Care Hospital.
The ZooTampa's Manatee Critical Care Center is a true champion in caring for distressed manatees. This non-profit acute care facility has treated over 400 manatees, focusing on rescue, rehabilitation, and release. The center's dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure each manatee receives the best possible care, from diagnostic labs and bloodwork to individualized fluid therapy.
Here is a fantastic example of...
Today, we come together to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the wonderful wildlife around us. Established in 2005 by Colleen Paige, this day not only honors the memory of Steve Irwin but also calls upon individuals and businesses to advocate for wildlife conservation and habitat preservation.
Here are some ways you can celebrate and make a difference:
Businesses can also join the cause by hosting awareness campaigns, donating a percentage of sales, or collaborating with wildlife...
Let's take a moment to appreciate our incredible primate cousins, from playful lemurs to wise orangutans and gorgeous gorillas.
Did you know there are over 600 primate species and subspecies? How many can you name?
Let’s also give a big thank you to @GraceGorillas GRACE (Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Center) for their devotion and loving care. GRACE is a unique primate sanctuary located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). It is the world's only sanctuary specifically dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned Grauer's gorillas.
Visit: https://gracegorillas.org/
Do you want to stay up-to-date on all the National & International Animal Holidays?
Print it out and post it on your wall or refrigerator so you can enjoy it each day and celebrate the awesome animals you love!
Let’s celebrate the animals you love and those you are about to meet! The Awesome Animal Holidays Celebrations Calendar is a year-long tribute to Earth's diverse and fascinating animals.
Think of these as your Passport to the Animals, where you’ll discover insights into the animal kingdom and important conservation efforts, from whales to pandas to big cats. It's a must-have for animal lovers and conservation enthusiasts, reminding us to appreciate and protect these remarkable critters throughout the year.
This is your chance to celebrate along with all the National and International days dedicated to honoring and celebrating these awesome animals.
During the month of September, you'll get the chance to meet the Manatee, hop with the Chicken Frog, gander with a goose, and much more!
Print it out and post it on your wall or refrigerator so you can enjoy it each day and celebrate the awesome animals you love!
I’m so excited to share with you that throughout August, I’ll be following along with my friend, Wilton Nsimango, the Education and Community Development Programs Manager of Painted Dog Conservation, as he tours the U.S. promoting the work they are doing in Zimbabwe to educate and provide protection for this incredible species!
Want to know where we’ll be and what we’ll be up to? Check out my latest Awesome Animal Adventure to see the itinerary and read more about African Painted Dog conservation:
https://www.csthecrittersaver.com/blog/u-s-tour-meet-the-painted-dog-conservation
In partnership with: Association of Zoos and Aquariums SAFE African Painted Dogs, Painted Dog Protection, Painted Dog Conservation
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