World Kangaroo Day is observed on October 24th and aims to raise awareness about the protection and ethical treatment of kangaroos, which are iconic to Australia. The day promotes the care and protection of these marsupials, emphasizing the importance of living harmoniously with them to support biodiversity and conservation efforts. Activities to celebrate include participating in a photo contest and a documentary competition, as well as adopting the Yuin Declaration for Kangaroos, which calls for respectful coexistence with these animals. With an estimated population of 500 million kangaroos in the wild, the day encourages communities to recognize their ecological and cultural significance while advocating for their protection against commercial exploitation.