A hero who lives largely in isolation from human civilization in the wild. He has an uncanny affinity with the local wildlife and can communicate with them easily and have them obey his commands. This kind of hero spends time helping visitors survive the region and protecting the region and its wildlife from those who would exploit or destroy it. Quite likely to have been Raised By Wolves. Sometimes literally. Could be either male or female.

Sometimes this hero isn't quite as friendly as some others, and openly admits that most people get on his nerves.

Often has Wild Hair.

See also Jungle Princess, Mountain Man, Wild Child. Sometimes connected to Idiot Hero.

Looking to merge the redundant Wild Man into this trope.

Contrast with Science Hero.