World Wildlife Day 2027
A UN day celebrating wild animals and plants and raising awareness of the threats they face.
Quick facts
- Date
- March 3
- Day of the week
- Wednesday in 2027
- Type
- International
- Observed in
- Global
- First observed
- 2013
- Established by
- United Nations General Assembly
- Led by
- CITES Secretariat
- Hashtag
- #WorldWildlifeDay
Overview
World Wildlife Day, on March 3, celebrates the world's wild fauna and flora and highlights threats such as habitat loss, illegal trade and climate change.
History
March 3 is the anniversary of the signing of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in 1973. The UN General Assembly proclaimed World Wildlife Day in December 2013.
How to celebrate
Visit a nature reserve
See wildlife in its habitat, keeping a respectful distance.
Plant for pollinators
Grow native plants that support birds and insects.
Say no to illegal wildlife products
Never buy ivory, rhino horn or exotic pets of unknown origin.
Wishes and messages
Greeting card
A 1080 × 1080 image, ready for WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram.
Social media captions
Wild things deserve wild places. 🐾 #WorldWildlifeDay
World Wildlife Day dates
| Year | Date | Day of the week | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | March 3 | Tuesday | Passed |
| 2027 | March 3 | Wednesday | 120 |
| 2028 | March 3 | Friday | 486 |
| 2029 | March 3 | Saturday | 851 |
| 2030 | March 3 | Sunday | 1,216 |
| 2031 | March 3 | Monday | 1,581 |
Frequently asked questions
When is World Wildlife Day?
Every year on March 3.
Last updated November 2, 2026