Scimitar-Horned Oryx Day

16th Aug 2025

There are many world animal days – but this is the first one established by the BIAZA community! We held a vote during Love Your Zoo/Aquarium 2024 to bring a lesser-recognised animal into the limelight. Being an animal close to the hearts of many in the BIAZA sector, the ...

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There are many world animal days – but this is the first one established by the BIAZA community!

We held a vote during Love Your Zoo/Aquarium 2024 to bring a lesser-recognised animal into the limelight. Being an animal close to the hearts of many in the BIAZA sector, the scimitar-horned oryx (nominated by Marwell Wildlife) came out on top!

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