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National Bird Day 2026 - January 05
January 8 , 2026
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- The day aims to create awareness about bird conservation and the protection of bird habitats.
- The day was established in 2002 by the Avian Welfare Coalition to oppose the exploitation of birds, especially in the pet trade.
- The National Bird of India is the Indian Peacock, scientifically called Pavo cristatus, was officially adopted on February 1, 1963.
- The peacock is protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
- The Indian Peacock is listed as Least Concern in the IUCN Red List.
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