Overview

• The International Day for Biological Diversity is observed annually on May 22 to raise awareness about biodiversity's critical role in sustaining life and ecosystems.
• The 2025 theme, 'Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development,' connects biodiversity conservation with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
• UN estimates warn that one million species face extinction due to human activities, underscoring the importance of immediate action to restore ecosystems.
• Global campaigns and initiatives, such as the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, are promoting collaborative efforts to protect biodiversity and address environmental challenges.
• Biodiversity's loss poses not only ecological risks but also significant economic threats, with the World Economic Forum ranking it among the top global challenges of the next decade.