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Post by garyriccio on May 10, 2020 17:55:55 GMT
Endangered Species Day is observed each year on the third Friday of May as a way to both raise awareness of the continued plight of endangered species and celebrate those that have recovered because of conservation efforts. The U.S. Endangered Species Act of 1973 has been credited with the recovery and protection of several prominent American species, including the bald eagle, the American alligator, and the gray wolf. Globally, many governments, nongovernmental organizations, and grassroots efforts have made great strides to protect our natural heritage, though the fight to preserve biodiversity is ever ongoing.
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Post by garyriccio on May 10, 2020 18:16:16 GMT
Event shared by Peter S. Endangered Species Day is an opportunity for people of all ages to celebrate and learn about endangered species and how to protect them. Due to the global coronavirus crisis, Endangered Species Day 2020 will primarily be celebrated through online events, digital actions, and individual activities. Here’s what the Endangered Species Coalition is doing this year to recognize the importance of wildlife and speak out against extinction: Story Time: Every morning Monday, May 11th through Friday, May 15th, we’ll be reading aloud a children’s book featuring endangered species. We’ll be reading these fun and educational stories live on our Facebook page. Tune in by visiting our Facebook page at 9am Pacific Time / 12pm Eastern Time each day. Racing Extinction Screening: On Friday, May 15th, we’re offering people the opportunity to watch the intense, informative documentary Racing Extinctiononline, and participate in a live Q&A about the film afterwards. To find out more details and get access to this film screening event, RSVP here. If you want to get outdoors for Endangered Species Day, join our all-day What’s In My Backyard? species identification challenge! On Saturday, May 16th, people around the world will use the free app iNaturalist to take photos and identify local species. This is a great activity for adults or families who want to get out into nature and learn more about the wildlife right in your backyard. Read full instructions for how to participate here. For more options, click “ Find an Event Near Me” or check out our list of 15 Ways To Do Endangered Species Day Online and At Home
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