game reserve

This term describes a designated territory where wildlife is managed. Depending on the jurisdiction and the specific laws of the land, the term can carry two distinct connotations: one focused on strict conservation and biodiversity protection, and another focused on regulated trophy hunting. In the latter case, the "game" refers to animals hunted for sport rather than food.

In a professional or ecological context, it is often distinguished from a national park. While national parks are typically strictly protected from any form of extraction or hunting, a game reserve may allow controlled hunting or specific land-use agreements to fund the maintenance of the habitat.