Endangered Species Day is an opportunity for people of all ages to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species, and everyday actions they can take to help protect them. For that purpose, the United Nations has proclaimed May 22nd the International Day for Biological Diversity, to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. In fact, halting biodiversity loss is one of the 17 Goals to Transform Our World.
"Biodiversity is the foundation for life and for the essential services provided by ecosystems. It therefore underpins peoples' livelihoods and sustainable development in all areas of activity, including economic sectors such as agriculture, forestry, fisheries and tourism, among others. By halting biodiversity loss, we are investing in people, their lives and their well-being."
We, too, have a great biodiversity and many endangered species in the Spiral. Here are a few:
What better way to raise awareness for this cause in-game than using one of the pets or mounts above, this weekend?
"The only way forward, if we are going to improve the quality of the environment, is to get everybody involved."― Richard Rogers