International Day for Biological Diversity is recognized yearly on May 22. Biological diversity, or simply biodiversity, refers to the way in which the Earth is made up of various species. It indicates how “diverse” an ecosystem or environment is and how different types of animals and organisms come together. Biodiversity is evident in different typesContinue reading “International Day for Biological Diversity”
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Shark Awareness Day
Did you know? July 14 marks Shark Awareness Day. It is recognized yearly to help promote awareness about sharks, including their conservation status and myths about sharks. They are one of the most threatened species so conservation efforts are in place to help save the population. Sharks are important to ecosystems in the ocean andContinue reading “Shark Awareness Day”
Endangered Species Day
Endangered Species Day occurs once a year on the third Friday in May. It recognizes the efforts taking place to protect these species and helps to spread awareness. What is an Endangered Species? An endangered species refers to a specific ranking that indicates a species is at risk of extinction. It is just one ofContinue reading “Endangered Species Day”
Do Seahorses Dance?
Yes, seahorses can dance! To strengthen their bond, couples actually dance together on a regular basis, and especially during mating season. Their tails are often wrapped together, and they go through a series of twirls and other movements to create a dance. Seahorses can also change colors. They do so for various reasons, such asContinue reading “Do Seahorses Dance?”
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