Important Days National Endangered Species Day 2024 ▪ National Endangered Species Day is observed on the third Friday in month of May every year to create awareness about the conservation of the endangered species. ▪ In 2024, the day is observed on May 17. ▪ Theme 2024 : Celebrate Saving Species. Note ▪ Top three endangered species in India are ✓ Asian Elephant ✓ Ganges River Dolphin ✓ One horned Rhinoceros