World Lion Day 2024: Know Date, History, Significance And Others

World Lion Day, August 10th, raises awareness for lion conservation. It underscores the urgent need to protect lions from extinction. Discover how this day promotes their survival

Established in 2013 by ALERT, World Lion Day originated in Zambia. Rae Kokeš, David Youldon aimed to highlight lion conservation needs. The day evolved into global movement

World Lion Day is marked by diverse activities including art exhibitions, photography, educational programs. These events celebrate lions while addressing threats like habitat loss

The 2024 theme underscores urgent need to safeguard lions from ongoing threats. It calls for collective action from communities, conservationists, governments to secure lions

The day aims to create awareness, engage public in lion conservation. It encourages support through fundraising, donations, and advocacy to help preserve lions and their habitats

India's lion population, particularly in Gir Forest, has seen growth. From 2015 to 2020, Asiatic lions in Gir and Saurashtra increased from 523 to 674

On World Lion Day, individuals can educate others, donate to conservation groups, use social media to raise awareness with #WorldLionDay, and support eco-friendly businesses

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