Some Species are

Slipping Away

Wildlife is Mother Nature’s greatest treasure.

Wildity

Redefining what it means to be 'wild'

WILDITY LAB

We believe that the key to coexistence between humans and wild animals lies in clear communication and innovative management tools.

That is why we have developed the Wildity Scale, a scientific tool designed to measure the condition of reintroduced specimens and facilitate crucial decisions for their well-being and survival.

Problem to be solved

Traditional definitions of “wildlife” do not always fit the reality of reintroduction programs. As more animals return to their habitats, complex questions arise:

  • How “wild” is a specimen that was raised in captivity?
  • What about those that need veterinary care or have a tracking device?

The lack of a common language can create misunderstandings and hinder the success of conservation efforts.

Our Solution
The Wildity Scale

The Wildity Scale is a solution to this problem. It is an objective tool that allows us to assess the degree of “wildity” of each animal, considering factors such as its birth, health, and behavior.

This scale is not only an essential management tool for biologists, but also a bridge of communication for educators, policymakers, and the general public.

What is Wildity?

Wildity is the state of the intrinsic characteristics of wild specimens subject to human management

Unlike a simple dichotomy of “wild vs. non-wild,” wildity recognizes that a specimen can have varying degrees of wild behavior.

The Wildity Scale is not a value judgment, but rather a measurement tool to better understand the status of each animal on its path to successful reintroduction.

It breaks down into three key components →

State

This refers to a specific condition that a specimen possesses at a given moment.

Intrinsic

These are characteristics inherent to an animal's nature, such as its birth, health status, and natural behaviors.

Subject to human management

This applies to specimens that are under the supervision of conservation, reintroduction, or population management programs.