wild animal "wild animal" means the mammals, reptiles and insects (protected or totally protected) described in Schedules One, Two and Five whatever their state of maturity or immaturity notwithstanding that they may be tamed or bred in captivity; ACT 76 - PROTECTION OF WILD LIFE ACT 1972 (REPEALED BY WILDLIFE CONSERVATION ACT 2010 [ACT 716]) 3. Interpretation.