António Guterres
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What is World Wildlife Day?
United Nations World Wildlife Day (WWD) is celebrated every year on 3 March to celebrate wild animals and plants and recognize the unique roles and contributions of wildlife to people and the planet.
The WWD2026 Theme is Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods.
How did you celebrate WWD2026?
Share your WWD2026 celebration photos by email at [email protected].
Jackson Wild WWD2026 Film Showcase
Watch the selected films for free online until 31 December 2026!
ifaw WWD2026 Youth Art Contest
Congratulations to the Grand Prize Winner: Jia Yoo, age 15, South Korea!
Official World Wildlife Day 2026 Poster
Congratulations to the Winner of the WWD2026 Official Poster Contest, Ms Hannah Payet!
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António Guterres
United Nations Secretary-General
It is no secret that human activity has pushed millions of animal...
Ivonne Higuero
Secretary-General, Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora
Around the world, medicinal and aromatic plants are woven into the...
Lazare Eloundou Assomo
Director of World Heritage, UNESCO World Heritage Convention
Dear colleagues and friends, our health is deeply connected to nature...
How are you celebrating WWD2026?
World Wildlife Day is not about any one single event. The Day has been observed by people, groups and authorities around the world and in various ways. Find out more about the events held globally or let people know about your event by registering it here!
03Apr
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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