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May 23: World Turtle Day

Every May 23rd, World Turtle Day is celebrated, a date dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of protecting this ancient species, which faces multiple threats that have led it to be at risk of extinction. This anniversary invites reflection on the role of turtles in ecosystems and the urgent need to act for their conservation.

A Global Call for Turtle Survival

World Turtle Day was established in the year 2000 by the American organization American Tortoise Rescue, founded in 1990 with the aim of protecting all species of land and sea turtles. Since then, this day has become an opportunity to educate the public, promote protection actions and encourage respect for these millenary reptiles.

Turtles, which have inhabited the Earth for more than 200 million years, have survived the extinction of the dinosaurs, but today their survival depends on human behavior. Habitat loss, illegal trade, the consumption of their meat and eggs, and marine pollution are just some of the causes that seriously threaten their existence.
Día Mundial de la Tortuga

A fascinating and vulnerable reptile

Turtles, scientifically known as chelonians, belong to the reptile order and are characterized by their emblematic shell, which is directly connected to their spine. Currently, around 357 species are recognized, many of them endangered due to factors such as climate change, pollution, and poaching.

Actions and activities on World Turtle Day

During this day, in different parts of the world, talks, educational campaigns, beach cleanups, release of hatchlings into their natural habitat, and fundraising activities are organized for research and conservation of turtles. The goal is to raise awareness among all generations, especially the youngest, about the need to protect and respect these animals. World Turtle Day is more than a commemoration; it is a call to responsible and collective action so that turtles continue to be part of the planet's biodiversity. Preserving them is also conserving the balance of the marine and terrestrial ecosystems we share.

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May 23: World Turtle Day

Every May 23rd, World Turtle Day is celebrated, a date dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of protecting this ancient species, which faces multiple threats that have led it to be at risk of extinction. This anniversary invites reflection on the role of turtles in ecosystems and the urgent need to act for their […]

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They present "Strategic Plan La Altagracia 2030" on a historic day for the province

Higüey. – The bishop of the Diocese Nuestra Señora de La Altagracia, Jesús Castro Marte, led this Wednesday the presentation of the book “Strategic Plan La Altagracia 2030”, in an event held at the Museum of La Altagracia that was described as a historic event for the province. The activity was organized by the Bishopric […]

World Philately Day

Every May 6th, World Philately Day is celebrated to commemorate the postage stamp as a system for franking correspondence. Also, a tribute is paid to the collectors of stamps, postage stamps and postal seals (philatelists) who today keep this peculiar hobby alive. What is Philately? Philately is defined as the art of collecting, classifying, buying and/or […]