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Key Deer Awareness Day

The Florida Keys Native Key Deer were added to the endangered species list on March 11, 1967. The diminutive Key Deer are a unique part of the Florida Keys ecosystem, yet most people have no idea they exist. I created Key Deer Day in 2018 to raise awareness about the endangered species on No Name Key in hopes of protecting them in their natural habitat.

2019: Visiting for the First Time

During my spring break in 2019, I was able to go visit these adorable creatures for the first time. I met some of the Big Pine Key natives and they told me it is typical for the deer to spend their day in their backyard. Some photos from my trip can be found in the gallery below. We made sure not to get too close! 

2024: Returning to Big Pine Key

I decided to take a trip to the Florida Keys for my senior year spring break and was able to reunite with the key deer. Not much has changed, and they were just as friendly and sweet as I remembered them. I took lots of photos and they can be found in the gallery below. 

Key Deer Awareness Day -- Photos Over the Years

Key Deer Day x HeyWhatDay Instagram Campaign

    During Key Deer Awareness Day in March 2024, I posted a series of Instagram stories on HeyWhatDay to keep followers engaged in the content about the holiday.  This campaign included interactive content and links back to our website that contains more information about Key Deer Day. For more information about the holiday, click the link below. 

    Learn more about Key Deer Day

    Celebrated every March 11th


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