Game refers to wild animals that are hunted for food, sport, or profit. These animals can include a wide variety of species, ranging from small game, like rabbits and squirrels, to large game, such as deer, elk, and wild boar. The term encompasses both mammals and birds, with game species often being pursued for their meat, fur, or feathers.

In the context of hunting, game can be divided into several categories:

1. Small Game: These are typically smaller animals, such as rabbits, squirrels, pheasants, and other upland birds. Small game hunting is often accessible and popular, especially among beginners or those hunting in areas with dense cover or smaller game populations.

2. Large Game: Larger animals, such as deer, elk, moose, wild boar, and bears, fall into this category. Large game hunting is usually more challenging due to the size and strength of the animals, requiring more skill, equipment, and planning.

3. Waterfowl: Birds like ducks and geese that live near water, often targeted during migratory seasons. Waterfowl hunting typically involves specialized equipment such as decoys, calls, and shotguns.

Game hunting is practiced for various reasons: for sustenance (food), for sport or recreation (as a challenge or tradition), and sometimes for commercial purposes (such as selling the meat, pelts, or other body parts). In many places, hunting game is regulated by law to ensure wildlife conservation, prevent overhunting, and maintain a balanced ecosystem.