wildlife
noun
wild·life
ˈwī(-ə)l(d)-ˌlīf 
often attributive
: living things and especially mammals, birds, and fishes that are neither human nor domesticated
Examples of wildlife in a Sentence
an area with abundant wildlife
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However, this time of year brings a surge in marine wildlife, thanks to the Humboldt Current, which brings nutrient-rich waters to the region.
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Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
Jackson, who was born in London, is an ambassador for the Elephant Family, a charity working to conserve Asian wildlife founded by Queen Camilla's brother, the late Mark Shand.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 15 May 2025
The region offers a raw, immersive experience for wildlife and birding enthusiasts.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Up close with the wildlife Unlike a typical cruise, expedition cruising transports you to locations that are hard, or even impossible, to visit via any other method.
—Robin Catalano, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
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Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
Jackson, who was born in London, is an ambassador for the Elephant Family, a charity working to conserve Asian wildlife founded by Queen Camilla's brother, the late Mark Shand.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 15 May 2025
The region offers a raw, immersive experience for wildlife and birding enthusiasts.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Up close with the wildlife Unlike a typical cruise, expedition cruising transports you to locations that are hard, or even impossible, to visit via any other method.
—Robin Catalano, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for wildlife
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“Wildlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wildlife. Accessed 19 May. 2025.
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wildlife
noun
wild·life
ˈwī(ə)l-ˌ(d)līf
: nonhuman living things and especially wild animals living in their natural environment
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