Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

International Cheetah Day is observed on December 4 to highlight the urgent need for global cheetah conservation. With an estimated population of only around 7,100 remaining in the wild, the species faces significant threats such as habitat loss, human–wildlife conflict and declining prey base. The observance began in 2010, initiated by Dr. Laurie Marker, whose work with Khayam — a cheetah she trained for rewilding in Namibia — inspired the movement. The day also aligns with broader conservation initiatives, such as the International Big Cat Alliance launched by India in 2023, aimed at safeguarding major big cat species worldwide.