Happy African Penguin Awareness Day!

Get ready to waddle into the world of one of the most lovable and endangered seabirds on the planet, the African Penguin! These tuxedoed charmers may look ready for a fancy dinner party, but their real mission is survival. Today, we’re celebrating the incredible...

Did you know an octopus can solve puzzles, open jars, and even change color to blend into its surroundings? Let’s celebrate World Octopus Day, October 8, 2025, by diving into the fascinating world of these clever ocean creatures! Get ready to uncover some wild and wacky facts and explore a few amazi...

Happy World Elephant Day!

If you’ve ever been amazed by an elephant’s strength, intelligence, or gentle nature, you might be wondering—could I actually work with these incredible animals someday? The answer is yes! From caring for elephants in sanctuaries to protecting them in the wild, there are m...

If you’ve ever heard a mysterious “hoo‑hoo” echoing through the night, you’ve already met the stars of today’s celebration—owls! Owl Awareness Day is all about shining a spotlight on these silent, swooping hunters and the important role they play in keeping our ecosystems balanced. From tiny elf owl...

Roar for a Cause: Why International Tiger Day Totally Matters
Published on July 29 | By Awesome Animal Academy

Did you know there's an entire day dedicated to celebrating the world’s largest—and maybe fiercest—cat? That’s right, July 29 is International Tiger Day, and it’s not just about cool stripe...

Why You (Yes, You!) Matter on World Nature Conservation Day

Hey there, Critter Saver Champion in the making!

Did you know there's a special day every year that celebrates people just like YOU—people who care about protecting our wild world? It’s called World Nature Conservation Day, and it’s all a...

There are 350 species of turtles, from the gigantic leatherback sea turtle that can weigh as much as a motorcycle, to the tiny speckled padloper tortoise that’s smaller than your hand.

Here is a Wild & Wacky Work Fact: Turtle Tracking Goes High-Tech Herpetologists often use satellite tags and GPS d...

 Today, we’re throwing a hive-five to some of the smallest — but mightiest — critters on the planet: BEES!

World Bee Day isn’t just about the sweet stuff (although we do love honey on our toast). It’s a global shout-out to these buzzing super-pollinators who make sure our fruits, veggies, nuts, and...

Happy World Dog Day, Critter Saver Champions! Today, we’re celebrating our couch-loving pups, and we’re howling for one of the wildest, most amazing canines on Earth: the African Painted Dog!

With their big ears, speedy legs, and splashy fur coats, these pack-powered predators are true animal all-...

Hey Critter Saver Champions!

Did you know that today isn’t just any ordinary Friday? It’s Endangered Species Day—a special day to shine the spotlight on the rarest, wildest, and most wonderfully weird animals on our planet that need our help.

From the whisper-soft flutter of a Monarch butterfly’s ...

How many endangered species can you name?

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating some of the animal kingdom’s wildest and wackiest moms! From super-sacrificers to sneaky strategists, these animal moms show us there’s more than one way to raise a family.