Blog: Conversations & Celebrations

Goose Day Sep 29, 2024

Let's Celebrate Goose Day!

Have you ever heard of Goose Day? If not, you're in for a treat. Goose Day is a quirky, fun holiday celebrated on September 29th, and it's packed with cool traditions, delicious food, and exciting activities. Let's dive into what makes Goose Day so special and how you can...

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October 2024 Awesome Animals Holiday Calendar Sep 28, 2024

Let’s celebrate the animals you love and those you are about to meet!Ā 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 impor...

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World Rhino Day! Sep 22, 2024

Happy World Rhino Day!

Today, we honor these majestic creatures and raise awareness about them.Ā 

There are five species of rhinos in the world:

  1. White Rhino:Ā Also known as the Square-lipped rhino, white rhinos are the second largest land mammal and are known for their broad, flat lips, which the...
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International Red Panda Day! Sep 21, 2024

Let’s celebrate these adorable bamboo-munching ambassadors! 🐾 

Did You Know?

  1. Red Pandas are native to the high forests of the Eastern Himalayas, including regions in Nepal, India, Bhutan, Myanmar, and China.Ā 
  2. Red Pandas primarily eat bamboo but also forage for insects, grubs, and even small mam...
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Happy Plover Appreciation Day! Sep 16, 2024

Happy Plover Appreciation Day! Today, we celebrate these charming little shorebirds that bring beauty and joy to our coastlines.

Look closely; can you spot the Plover?

These small shorebirds have plumage that perfectly blends in with their surroundings, allowing them to hide in plain sight on s...

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National Mountain Chicken Frog Day! Sep 13, 2024

Happy National Mountain Chicken Frog Day!

Today, we celebrate the Mountain Chicken Frog, a unique and critically endangered species. They were initially found across seven of the Caribbean islands and now can only be seen on Dominica and Montserrat.Ā 

Sadly, they got their name "mountain chicken" b...

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International Manatee Day! Sep 07, 2024

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, survivi...

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National Wildlife Day! Sep 04, 2024

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 pr...

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International Primate Day! Sep 01, 2024

Let's take a moment to appreciate our incredible primate cousins, from playful lemurs to wise orangutans and gorgeous gorillas.Ā 

Did you know there are over 600 primate species and subspecies? How many can you name?Ā 

Let’s also give a big thank you to @GraceGorillasĀ  GRACE (Gorilla Rehabilitation ...

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September 2024 Awesome Animal Holidays Calendar Aug 31, 2024

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 impor...

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Traveling the U.S. and promoting Painted Dog Conservation! Aug 14, 2023

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...

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