World Turtle Day – May 23, 2025

World Turtle Day is an annual observance held on May 23 to raise awareness about the importance of conserving turtle and tortoise species and the need to protect their habitats. This day aims to educate the public about the threats faced by turtles and tortoises, including poaching, habitat destruction, plastic pollution, and climate change.

World Turtle Day encourages us to become more mindful of the preservation of these species, which play a vital role in maintaining ecosystem balance, especially in the oceans. Various activities such as turtle watching, campaigns to reduce plastic use, and conservation efforts to protect turtle habitats are part of this observance.

Let’s work together to protect turtles and tortoises as part of our natural heritage that must be preserved for a better future.