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
Recent Examples on the Web
Located in the semi-arid desert landscape of western Colorado, near the Utah border, the Colorado National Monument draws hikers, campers and wildlife enthusiasts from across the country to see its monoliths and red rock canyons.
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Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 13 June 2024
Any wildlife bites should be discussed with a veterinarian, according to the release.
—Abigail Celaya, The Arizona Republic, 12 June 2024
The refuge is home to an impressive array of fish and wildlife.
—Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 11 June 2024
Mussels can accumulate paralytic shellfish poison rapidly, but also rid themselves of it quickly, according to Hunter, the Oregon fish and wildlife official.
—TIME, 11 June 2024
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Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 13 June 2024
Any wildlife bites should be discussed with a veterinarian, according to the release.
—Abigail Celaya, The Arizona Republic, 12 June 2024
The refuge is home to an impressive array of fish and wildlife.
—Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 11 June 2024
Mussels can accumulate paralytic shellfish poison rapidly, but also rid themselves of it quickly, according to Hunter, the Oregon fish and wildlife official.
—TIME, 11 June 2024
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“Wildlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wildlife. Accessed 16 Jun. 2024.
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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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