GTA 6 will feature more than 170 animal species across its vast open world, including Rare, Discoverable and Legendary creatures, according to Game Informer.
New details about Rockstar Games’ highly anticipated title reveal an extensive wildlife ecosystem designed to reflect the diverse environments of Leonida, the fictional state inspired by Florida.
The game’s wildlife will inhabit urban and rural areas as well as oceans, inland waterways, wetlands and swamp environments.
According to the report, GTA 6 will feature more than 60 types of birds and over 30 land mammals, alongside numerous reptiles and fish. Animals will include feral cats, monkeys, whales, turtles and jellyfish.
Rockstar vice president of dynamic art Michael Kane said the development team wanted to reflect Florida’s diverse ecosystem across Leonida’s different biomes, including cities, countryside, aquatic environments and wetlands.
Rare and Legendary Wildlife
Some creatures will reportedly be classified as Rare, Discoverable or Legendary, although Rockstar has not yet disclosed which animals will fall into each category.
The wildlife system will also incorporate detailed visual characteristics such as iridescence, bioluminescence and translucency. Different feather types and advanced hair and fur systems will affect the appearance of animals’ coats and pelts.
Players will be able to study animals and visit a zoo, introducing wildlife-focused activities alongside GTA 6’s traditional open-world gameplay.
The extensive animal ecosystem follows Rockstar’s strong emphasis on wildlife in Red Dead Redemption 2.
More Activities Across Leonida
The report also reveals a wide variety of recreational activities available to players.
These include base jumping, billiards, gym sessions, kayaking, mini golf, scuba diving, street racing, off-road racing, air boating and jet skiing.
Main characters Jason and Lucia will be able to participate in these activities when they are not carrying out robberies, with some activities reportedly contributing to the development of their relationship.
According to the supplied report, Rockstar Games is scheduled to release GTA 6 on November 19, 2026.
