World Sparrow Day
About World Sparrow Day
When is World Sparrow Day? This holiday is always observed on March 20
If you are in the country of India today, there are celebrations and special events all over the country to celebrate World Sparrow Day. It is also celebrated in Europe and to a lesser degree Africa. The holiday is catching on in the United States and the rest of North and South America. We hope after you read this article, you will put this special March 20 holiday on your calendar and help to spread the word about sparrows and World Sparrow Day.
World Sparrow Day is an international initiative promoted and sponsored by the Nature Forever Society of India and the Eco-Sys Action Foundation of France. These two organizations recognize the declining populations, especially in big cities. They are also concerned about the negative impact of a changing environment on these birds. The goal of this special day is to raise public awareness about sparrows and celebrate the relationship between sparrows and humans.
Sparrows are a popular bird at your backyard bird feeder, especially in winter when food sources dwindle as winter progresses. Bird watchers are thrilled by their presence. Sparrows often visit bird feeders in waves. They crowd the bird feeder and the ground in search of high-energy seeds. A large population of sparrows can empty the seeds in your feeder in a single day.
How to Celebrate World Sparrow Day
- Celebrate World Sparrow Day by setting up a bird feeder and watching them.
- Have your camera nearby.
- You are also encouraged to create and participate in special events celebrating and educating people about sparrows.
- If there is no special event in your area, organize one!
Thought for Today
“The most important thing is to try to inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do.” – – Kobe Bryant
History and Origin of World Sparrow Day
World Sparrow Day originated in the country of India. It was created in 2010 by Mahammed Dilawar an Indian conservationist, who also created the Nature Forever Society of India.
This Day in History
Further, in addition to today’s holiday, here are some of the things that happened on this day:
- Harriet Beacher Stowe publishes the book Uncle Tom’s Cabin. (1852)
- “Colonel” Harlan Sanders creates the first Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant in North Corbin, KY. It proves to be “finger-lickin’ good!” (1930)
- Napoleon Bonaparte II, Emperor of France and King of Rome, was born on this day in 18 11.
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