Endangered Species Day May 17, 2024

Today, on Endangered Species Day, we unite in a collective effort for conservation. Currently, there are over 44,000 species that are threatened with extinction. Among the world"s most endangered animals are Javan and black rhinos, mountain gorillas, and Hawksbill turtles.

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Today in History

May 17, 2018Celebrating Norwegian Constitution Day
May 17, 2019Work out on your way to work
May 17, 2020My my, it s Syttende Mai
May 17, 2021Happy Syttende Mai!
May 17, 2022Salt ponds of Maras, Peru
May 17, 2023Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz, California
May 17, 2025A delta in the Venetian Lagoon, Italy
May 17, 2026Hawksbill Mountain in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia

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