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

The property contains inland wetland resources, providing functions and values, including groundwater interaction, sediment retention, nutrient removal, wildlife habitat, flood storage, and ecological support, the motion says. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026

Bulldozers are clearing land in the beloved national park, where wildlife roams and the scenery has been untouched for thousands of years. — Ashley Killough, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026

There will also be presentations throughout the day on eagles, sharks, rays and sea turtles, as well as a wildlife surprise and arts and crafts. — Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026

After a day of wildlife watching, stay on the property in one of four accommodation options. — Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for wildlife

• alewife
• birdlife
• folklife
• housewife
• jackknife
• midlife
• midwife
• nightlife
• penknife
• afterlife
• pocketknife
• knife

Kids Definition

wildlife

noun

wild·​life ˈwī(ə)l-ˌ(d)līf 

: nonhuman living things and especially wild animals living in their natural environment