Wildlife Photos Calendar

Savanna-Sim Project International Orangutan Day Aug 19
2026-08-19 | Want Facts? Double Click Photo
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Mother and baby orangutans.
Orangutan, old man of the forest, an inhabitant of rich tropical forests and endangered victim of the Palm Oil industry. These magnificent creatures have been facing extinction at the hands of deforestation in the name of industry for decades. International Orangutan Day was established to help raise awareness of their plights and aid in protecting them.

Savanna-Sim Project World Elephant Day Aug 12
2026-08-12
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Closeup of an elephant herd with a baby drinking at a waterhole, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, Africa.
On August 12, 2012, the inaugural World Elephant Day was launched to bring attention to the urgent plight of Asian and African elephants. The elephant is loved, revered and respected by people and cultures around the world, yet we balance on the brink of seeing the last of this magnificent creature.
They’re intelligent. They’re family-oriented. They have great memories. They are capable of feeling a wide range of deep emotions, from intense grief to joy bordering on elation, as well as empathy and stunning self-awareness. They create complex, supportive societies much like our own.

Savanna-Sim Project World Lion Day Aug 10
2026-08-10
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Lion mother licking her baby in Masai Mara, Kenya.
Today, you’re invited to celebrate one of the most majestic species to walk the earth. It’s World Lion Day! Each year on August 10, lion lover’s around the globe use this day to bring awareness to the declining population of lions. Furthermore, we suggest learning about ways to help the preservation of lion habitats, as well.

Savanna-Sim Project International Tiger Day July 29
2026-07-29
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Siberian Tiger running in the cold winter snow. Taiga, Russia (the Boreal forest or Snow forest).
International Tiger Day is celebrated annually on July 29. The tiger enjoys the reputation of being the largest of the world’s big cats. A tiger can be easily identified with its distinctive orange and black stripes on its face and body. International Tiger Day is celebrated across the globe so that all of us can raise awareness for tiger conservation. The day aims to build a worldwide system that will be dedicated to protecting tigers and their natural habitats. A safe and thriving habitat for tigers means that we conserve other species and our forests, too. Through International Tiger Day we can work for a future where humans and tigers can cohabit peacefully.

Savanna-Sim Project World Giraffe Day June 21
2026-06-21
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Female with calf. Kenya.
Mama and baby bonding and cuddling. The reticulated giraffe’s coat has a pattern of large polygon-shaped brown spots on a creamy white background, a pattern that is unique to each individual.

Savanna-Sim Project World Turtle Day May 23
2026-05-23
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Turtle swims in the clear ocean.
Turtles and tortoises are common sightings in parables, stories, and pop culture and we celebrate World Turtle Day on May 23 to honor these resilient animals. Turtles and tortoises are associated with wisdom and perseverance. They are reptiles that are found in many environments all around the world. These creatures play an important role in their respective ecosystems. They dig holes that are inhabited by other creatures and keep our beaches clean by feeding on dead fish that wash up on the shores. They maintain an ecological balance and, therefore, it’s important to conserve these gentle animals.

Savanna-Sim Project World Migratory Bird Day May 10
2026-05-10
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Struggles for sunflower seeds, a pair of European Greenfinch (Chloris chloris).
World Migratory Bird Day is officially celebrated on the second Saturday of May in Canada and the US, and the second Saturday of October in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.
However, every day is Bird Day, and you can celebrate birds and host events any day of the year!
Time to un-ruffle your feathers to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day! At least 4,000 different species of birds migrate, which adds up to about 40% of the entire avian population. And they all do it in pursuit of food. Twice every year, these birds will fly to warmer climates for the winters, and then return home to breed. As humans, we can all appreciate the value of following food all around the globe. Let’s celebrate our feathered friends today!

Savanna-Sim Project World Penguin Day Apr 25
2026-04-25
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Emperor Penguins with chicks. Snow Hill in Antarctica.
Observed the world over on April 25th, World Penguin Day recognizes one of the unique birds on the planet. There are 18 species of penguins, and all their natural habitats are in the Southern hemisphere.
Did you know the Emperor Penguin is the biggest of the 18 penguin species and largest of all birds? There are estimated to be (2017) approximately 595,000 adult Emperors today, and from birth, they spend their entire life around the Antarctic ice. These wondrous critters also incubate their eggs like other birds; only they can do so in temperatures nearing -50 degrees Celsius – that’s cold!
Emperor Penguins are the tallest… about 4 feet tall. The smallest, Little Blue, stands about 16 inches. And Penguins are excellent swimmers with the fastest penguin swimmer getting up to about 22 mph.

Savanna-Sim Project Dolphin Day Apr 14
2026-04-14
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Four beautiful dolphins jumping over breaking waves. Hawaii Pacific Ocean wildlife scenery.
National Dolphin Day is celebrated on April 14 every year. On this day, we celebrate dolphins — one of the most intelligent and friendly mammals in the world. Dolphins are cetacean mammals that belong to the same family as whales and porpoises. There have been many representations of dolphins in popular culture through books and films. Most of these popular representations are accurate. Dolphins are extremely social and friendly beings. They love company and have an acute sense of hearing. Yes, they can hear many more frequencies than adult humans. Dolphins can be found in many parts of the world although they prefer shallow waters.

Savanna-Sim Project World Sparrow Day Mar 20
2026-03-20
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Eurasian tree sparrow (Passer montanus), small brown bird sitting on the branch. First snow with animals.
World Sparrow Day is celebrated on March 20. World Sparrow Day is a day designated to raise awareness of the House Sparrow and other common birds to urban environments, and of threats to their populations. It is an international initiative by the Nature Forever Society of India in collaboration with the Eco-Sys Action Foundation (France) and numerous other national and international organizations across the world.
The house sparrow is one of the first birds that most of us recall from our childhood days. They used to reside in colonies in nearly every house in the neighborhood, as well as public locations like bus bays and railway stations, surviving on food grains and tiny worms. For many of us, the house sparrow evokes many wonderful memories. Unfortunately, these birds are fast becoming extinct, and their populations are rapidly declining.
