ELEPHANT APPRECIATION DAY
Elephants are a keystone species, meaning that they have a significant impact on the health of the ecosystem around them. Elephants are seed dispersers, play an important role in nutrient cycling and are crucial in clearing pathways and thickets. As a result, elephants are nature's gardeners: they help to distribute seeds and clear old growth, allowing for new life to flourish.
To celebrate their important role, September 22nd has been designated Elephant Appreciation Day. The goals of this celebration are to highlight elephant awareness and conservation through fun activities, games and conversations.
Click below to see how different zoos celebrate this important day for elephants!
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