July 29

International Tiger Day

Roar for wildlife conservation on International Tiger Day! Join us in our mission to protect and preserve tigers and their habitats around the world.

Yearly Date

July 29

Observed

Internationally

Introduction

Get excited to celebrate International Tiger Day on July 29! This day is dedicated to raising awareness of the plight of tigers and their conservation. It's celebrated around the world in an effort to protect these majestic creatures from extinction. The holiday was created by Global Tiger Forum in 2010, with a mission to double wild tiger populations by 2022. So let's all take part and help save the tigers!

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International Tiger Day Timeline

1800s

Tiger Population Decline

In the 1800s, nearly 100,000 tigers roamed the wilds of Asia, but the population started to decline due to hunting and habitat destruction.

1973

Start of Project Tiger

India established Project Tiger, a conservation program to protect Bengal Tigers from extinction.

1993

International Tiger Trade Ban

The international trade of tiger parts and products was banned by CITES in an attempt to curb the decline of tiger populations.

2010

Establishment of International Tiger Day

International Tiger Day was established at the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit with the aim of increasing global awareness about tiger conservation.

2016

Tiger Population Increase

In a major win for conservationists, global wild tiger counts showed an increase for the first time in over 100 years.

2020

Building Tiger Recovery

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and other conservation groups continue to work towards recovery of tiger populations with an extended goal until 2022.

How to Celebrate International Tiger Day

1 Support tiger conservation

Donate or volunteer for a local tiger conservation organization or research project. This is a great way to celebrate International Tiger Day and make sure that these majestic creatures have a fighting chance.

2 Visit a zoo

Take the day to visit the local zoo and observe tigers in their natural habitat. Learn more about the fascinating behavior of these animals, and appreciate their beauty and strength.

3 Host a tiger movie night

Invite some friends over for an evening of tiger films and documentaries. Learn more about these powerful predators and share your newfound knowledge with your friends.

4 Organize a fundraiser

Organize a fundraising event to support organizations working to protect tigers from poaching and habitat destruction. Raise funds through ticket sales, donations, or even bake sales!

5 Share on social media

Spread awareness by posting facts, stories, and pictures of tigers on social media with the hashtag #InternationalTigerDay.

Why We Love International Tiger Day

Tigers are majestic creatures

Tigers have long been admired for their beauty and power. There's something so captivating about the sight of a tiger in its natural habitat, roaming through forests and jungles with grace and purpose. Their striped coats provide a unique camouflage that blends in with the environment, allowing them to easily hunt their prey!

Tigers need our protection

Unfortunately, tigers are facing an uncertain future as their habitats continue to be destroyed and poached. International Tiger Day was established to help raise awareness of the plight of these animals and to encourage people to take action towards making sure these species remain on the planet.

Tigers play an important role in nature

Tigers play a vital role in keeping the ecosystem healthy. As top predators, they regulate the populations of other animals and help maintain balance within their environments. If tigers were to disappear, many other animal species could also become extinct as a result - something no one wants to see happen!