World Snake Day 2024: Date, Theme And Importance Of Snakes
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World Snake Day is celebrated on July 16 every year to highlight the important role these reptiles play in maintaining the ecological balance.
World Snake Day, celebrated annually on July 16, is dedicated to raising awareness about the over 3,000 snake species around the world and their importance to ecosystems. This day also seeks to combat the negative stereotypes and myths surrounding snakes, promoting a more positive and informed perception of these reptiles. According to National Geographic, about 600 species are venomous, and only about 200 - or seven per cent of the total number of species - are able to kill or significantly wound a human.
The theme for World Snake Day 2024 emphasises the critical role snakes play in the environment and how they can be good neighbours by controlling pest populations and contributing to biodiversity.
Environmentalists and those interested to know about snakes observe the day by visiting zoos to learn more about various snake species, and participating in educational activities like drawing classes.
