local wildlife

Area's indigenous animals

Local wildlife refers to the animals, birds, insects, and other fauna native to or commonly found in a particular area or region.

The phrase typically appears in contexts about conservation, nature appreciation, or coexistence between humans and animals: The new development threatens local wildlife or We spotted some local wildlife on our hike.

It emphasizes creatures in their natural habitat rather than domesticated animals or zoo specimens.

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domestication status

local wildlifedomestic animals

Human-raised creatures

pets · livestock · farm animals · domesticated species · companion animals

geographic origin

local wildlifeinvasive species

Harmful non-native organism

introduced species · exotic animals · alien species · exotic wildlife · exotic species

confinement status

local wildlifecircus animals

Trained creatures in shows

laboratory animals

Family

local, wildlife

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G