'Wild life' is a term that refers to animal that are not nornally domesticated.They are a living resource that will die and be replacing by other of their kind.Individual animals cannot be kept beyond their life span.but if managed carefully ,populations wild life can be conserved practically forever.

Sri Lanka Black-Naped Hare

The Sri Lanka black-naped hare, which is the sole hare or rabbit species to inhabit the island, is found everywhere there is scrub jungle and grassland. It has light brown and grey flecked fur, with a distinctive black patch on the nape of the neck. It is mostly nocturnal and solitary, only to be seen in small groups if the grazing thereabouts is exceptional.

Sri Lanka Jackal

The Sri Lanka jackal inhabits the lowlands of the dry zone, but can also be found in many of the wilder areas of the island. It looks much like a fox or even a dog, with brown fur on the lower body and coarser grey and black fur on the back and tail. The Sri Lanka jackal often lives in pairs or small family groups. Although it is nocturnal in areas close to human habitation, in national parks it can be seen during the day.

Indian Fishin Cat

The Indian fishing cat inhabits jungle, scrub jungle and swamp areas, except in the north of the island. It is a little larger than a domestic cat, but its fur is short and coarse. The colour is usually grayish, with drab brown spots, but some specimens are much darker than others. Indian fishing cats are solitary animals, feeding on birds, small animals and fish. They are mainly nocturnal. Beware, for they can be very fierce if cornered.

 Mouse Deer

The Indian spotted chevrotain, more commonly referred to as the mouse deer, inhabits the undisturbed jungles of the lowland and lower hills. It is remarkable for its size, the male being only 25 cms tall at the shoulder, while the female is slightly larger. The mouse deer has a rounded, mouse-like body atop very thin legs. Neither sex bears antlers. It is an exceedingly shy and solitary animal, and has the ability to scramble up creeper-covered trees to evade enemies. Mainly nocturnal, the mouse deer feeds on grasses, leaves and berries.