National Ferret Day
April 2nd is National Ferret Day! On this day, we honor the domesticated ferret. Ferrets have a lifespan of 7-10 years and a group of ferrets is called a “business”. Follow the ferret chatter on Twitter at hashtag #NationalFerretDay
International Beaver Day
Beavers: Wetlands & Wildlife launched International Beaver Day to celebrate beavers and the wetlands they create. A dam slows the flow of water, and the resulting pond can become a home for frogs, insects, and water birds. Beavers gnaw wood with front teeth that grow throughout their lives. Iron in the outer enamel gives those […]
National Zoo Lovers Day
April 8th is National Zoo Lovers Day! This day is set aside to celebrate all of the animals that you find at the zoo. It is estimated that 700 million people worldwide visit a zoo or aquarium each year. Visit a zoo on Zoo Lovers Day if you can. If you can’t, then follow the […]
National Dolphin Day
April 14th is National Dolphin Day! This day is dedicated to appreciating these highly intelligent marine mammals. Some fun facts about dolphins: Dolphins have built in sonar. Dolphins are born tail first. Dolphins use whistles to communicate with each other. The Bottlenose dolphin is one of the smartest animals on earth. Follow all of the […]