Wildlife: meaning, definitions and examples

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wildlife

[ ˈwaɪldˌlaɪf ]

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in nature

Wildlife refers to all non-domesticated animals living in their natural habitats. This includes mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects.

Synonyms

fauna, wild animals

Examples of usage

Visiting the national park allows you to observe wildlife in their natural environment.
The documentary focused on the preservation of wildlife species around the world.

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conservation

Wildlife conservation involves protecting endangered species and their habitats from various threats such as poaching, habitat destruction, and climate change.

Synonyms

biodiversity protection, nature conservation

Examples of usage

The organization works tirelessly to promote wildlife conservation efforts.
Volunteers participate in wildlife rehabilitation programs to help injured animals.

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tourism

Wildlife tourism allows people to observe and interact with animals in their natural habitats, promoting awareness and appreciation for biodiversity.

Synonyms

animal tourism, safari adventures

Examples of usage

The safari offers tourists a chance to experience wildlife up close.
Ecotourism focuses on sustainable travel practices that benefit wildlife and local communities.

Translations

Translations of the word "wildlife" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vida selvagem

🇮🇳 वन्यजीव

🇩🇪 Wildtiere

🇮🇩 satwa liar

🇺🇦 дика природа

🇵🇱 dzikie zwierzęta

🇯🇵 野生生物 (やせいせいぶつ)

🇫🇷 faune sauvage

🇪🇸 vida silvestre

🇹🇷 vahşi yaşam

🇰🇷 야생 생물 (야생동물)

🇸🇦 الحياة البرية

🇨🇿 divoká příroda

🇸🇰 divoká príroda

🇨🇳 野生动物 (yěshēng dòngwù)

🇸🇮 divje živali

🇮🇸 villt dýralíf

🇰🇿 жабайы табиғат

🇬🇪 ველური ბუნება

🇦🇿 vəhşi təbiət

🇲🇽 vida silvestre

Word origin

The term 'wildlife' originated in the 1860s and is a combination of 'wild' (from Old English 'wilde') and 'life'. It reflects the concept of animals living freely in their natural environments, untouched by human influence. Over the years, wildlife conservation efforts have become increasingly important due to the threats faced by many species.

See also: wild, wildcat, wilderness, wildly, wildness, wilds.