Defenders of Wildlife

Defenders of Wildlife

@Defenders

Defenders of Wildlife leads the pack when it comes to protecting wild animals and plants in their natural communities. #ActAgainstExtinction

193,261

Followers

3,464

Following

24,459

Tweets

48.2

Avg Engagement

2,290

Listed

No

Verified

Account Overview

What This Report Covers

This comprehensive analysis examines @Defenders's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.

Account Classification

  • Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
  • Account Age:2008-07-03
  • Verification:No
  • Location:Washington, DC

Data Summary

  • Tweets Analyzed:3,250
  • Avg Likes per Tweet:34.5
  • Avg Retweets per Tweet:13.7
  • Followers Analyzed:50,000

Engagement Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

The account has moderate engagement with an average of 477 likes and 131 retweets per tweet. The content often includes calls to action, which may contribute to its engagement levels.

34.5

Avg Likes/Tweet

13.7

Avg Retweets/Tweet

112,185

Total Likes

44,413

Total Retweets

Engagement Quality Analysis

Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.

26

Median Likes

10

Median Retweets

56

75th Percentile

1,307

Top Tweet

0.25

Engagement per 1K Followers

Normalized influence metric

Long Tail

Engagement Pattern

Mix of hits and regular posts

Posting Behavior

Content style and format preferences

Broadcaster

Primarily shares original content

92.6%

Original

5.1%

Replies

1.7%

Retweets

0.5%

Quotes

0.0%

Threads

1.5%

With Media

97.0%

With Links

88.1%

With #Tags

40.3%

With @Mentions

37.4%

With Emojis

254

Avg Length

Audience Reaction Profile

Broadcast

Focuses on original content over replies

0.06

Reply/Original Ratio

0.3

Quote/RT Ratio

Posting Rhythm

Highly Bursty

Posts in concentrated bursts

74.1%

Weekday Posts

25.9%

Weekend Posts

Top Hashtags

#wildlife (769) #conservation (191) #wildlifenationtv (177) #wolves (156) #biodiversity (153) #climatechange (129) #stopextinction (127) #california (90) #wolf (81) #florida (80)

Most Mentioned

@wildcorwin (135) @jclarkprez (116) @defenders (72) @usfws (57) @potus (34) @ap (29) @nytimes (26) @washingtonpost (25) @centerforbiodiv (25) @guardian (22)

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Content Strategy Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

Content Type Distribution

Content Breakdown

Original Tweets 3,011 (93%)
Replies 166 (5%)
Retweets 56 (2%)
Quote Tweets 17 (1%)

What This Reveals About Their Strategy

This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.

The 56 retweets (2% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.

Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing

Based on 3,250 tweets

Engagement by Hour (UTC)

Posting Frequency Over Time

Timing Insights

Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.

Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.

Audience Demographics

Based on 50,000 followers

The audience is likely environmentally conscious individuals, conservationists, and animal lovers interested in wildlife protection. They are engaged with content that highlights specific species and their challenges.

Average

Audience Quality

26.5%

Suspicion Index

26.7%

Low-Quality %

28

Median Reach

Audience Quality Signals

Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.

30.7%

Empty Bio

31.8%

<10 Tweets

17.1%

Mass Following (>2K)

0.0%

New (<90 days)

55.7%

Low Ratio (<0.1)

0.0%

New (<180 days)

83.5%

No URL

22.6%

<3 Tweets

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Follower Reach & Influence

This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.

58,528,235

Total Potential Reach

28

Median Follower Reach

186

75th Percentile Reach

8.0%

>1K followers

0.9%

>10K followers

0.2%

>50K followers

0.1%

>100K followers

Creator vs Consumer Split

Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).

48.5%

Creators

24,241 accounts

19.8%

Consumers

9,883 accounts

31.8%

Dormant

15,876 accounts

294

Verified Followers

0.59% of total

7.4%

Professional Bios

founder, dev, analyst, etc.

0.08

Median Follow Ratio

follower/following

Follower Influence Distribution

How many followers do their followers have?

Follower Account Age

How long have followers been on Twitter?

Geographic Distribution

Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):

United States (464) California, USA (208) India (197) Los Angeles, CA (185) Washington, DC (180) Earth (151) USA (144) Florida, USA (126) United Kingdom (114) Canada (111)

440

Verified Followers

0.44% of total

9,168

Protected Accounts

9.08% of total

6 years

Avg Account Age

of their followers

Notable Followers (By Influence)

Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:

Username Followers Profession Interests
@JohnCena 14,100,208 Wrestler Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion
@sciam 4,200,379 Science Communication Science, Discoveries, Insights
@KameronBennett 1,819,088 DJ Music, DJing, Booking
@threadless 1,701,848 Apparel Design Art, Design, Community
@KapilMishra_IND 1,410,761 Politician BJP, Hindu, Unity
@joncoopertweets 1,255,360 Political Strategist Politics, Fundraising, Campaigns
@BrianDEvans 1,160,026 Entrepreneur NFTs, Crypto, Digital Marketing
@UlrichJvV 1,150,388 Activist Digital media, Global development, Gardening and sustainability
@funder 1,106,937 Journalist Politics, Journalism, Music
@bernabephoto 1,015,027 Photographer Photography, Travel, Wildlife

Top Keywords in Follower Bios

love (5,093) life (2,769) lover (2,745) nature (2,585) animal (2,418) animals (2,381) wildlife (2,321) world (1,977) music (1,571) science (1,566)

Top Hashtags in Follower Bios

#blm (346) #resist (337) #blacklivesmatter (181) #climatechange (173) #nature (148) #voteblue (123) #wildlife (120) #fbr (114) #conservation (108) #resistance (104)

64,968

Followers With Bio

36,028

Followers Without Bio

64.33%

% With Bio

35.67%

% Without Bio

Why Audience Demographics Matter

Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.

Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.

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Viral Tweets

Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed

4,266

Combined Engagement

2,570

Total Likes

1,696

Total Retweets

853

Avg per Tweet

Key Metrics for Viral Tweets

0%

With Media

60%

With Hashtags

20%

With @Mentions

60%

With Links

Topical Analysis:

Wildlife Conservation Endangered Species Habitat Protection Environmental Awareness Animal Welfare Public Engagement Conservation Efforts
Defenders of Wildli…
@Defenders

Habitat loss, migration routes being blocked by the U.S.-Mexico border wall, and overhunting for trophies are all threats and reasons why Jaguars are listed as endangered in the Endangered Species Act. https://t.co/V38SnqUVFX https://t.co/j7iH33bNsk

2023-02-05
Retweets: 209 Likes: 1,098 Engagement: 1,307
Defenders of Wildli…
@Defenders

RT @Interior: Yes, my friends, it is that time of year: the leaves begin to change colors, the temperature cools and the time-honored tradi…

2022-10-05
Retweets: 1,060 Likes: 0 Engagement: 1,060
Defenders of Wildli…
@Defenders

There are 240 Kemp's ridley #SeaTurtle nests so far this year on Texas beaches! Help protect nesting sea #turtles by: 🟢 Keeping beaches clean &amp; free of holes 🟢 Avoid driving on nesting beaches 🟢 Calling 1-866-TURTLE5 if you spot a sea turtle or a nest #WorldSeaTurtleDa

2022-06-17
Retweets: 184 Likes: 538 Engagement: 722
Defenders of Wildli…
@Defenders

Mr. Goodbar, a 3-legged #MexicanGrayWolf, is alive &amp; roaming the wilds of New Mexico. He's tenacious &amp; feeding himself despite the odds. But he may never find a mate or new territory if he cannot freely cross the U.S.-Mexico border. Read more: https://t.co/eKBSE2f0uF #Lob

2022-03-30
Retweets: 138 Likes: 476 Engagement: 614
Defenders of Wildli…
@Defenders

#Sharks are one of the most iconic predators in the ocean. Despite their fame, 75% of #shark species are currently threatened by extinction. Learn more about sharks &amp; what you can do to protect them: https://t.co/UIUcY6jrer #WorldAquaticAnimalDay https://t.co/iiyQJvR7nd

2022-04-03
Retweets: 105 Likes: 458 Engagement: 563

Key Insights & Takeaways

The account frequently highlights specific species like Jaguars, Kemp's ridley sea turtles, and Mexican Gray Wolves, which helps in creating a personal connection with the audience. It emphasizes actionable steps such as keeping beaches clean and protecting migration routes, which encourages public involvement. The use of verified accounts and hashtags increases visibility and credibility, making the content more shareable.

Strengths

  • + Established follower base of 193,261
  • + Strong original content creation
  • + Active presence with consistent posting

Opportunities

  • ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
  • ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
  • ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
  • ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts

Summary

This analysis of @Defenders reveals an growing Twitter presence with 193,261 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 48.2 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.

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About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of followers, following, and recent tweets. It evaluates structure, quality, and behavior, not historical growth. Metrics like growth rate, momentum, churn, or spike analysis require time-series data which is not available from a single snapshot.

Data collected and analyzed by twtData | Analysis date: Dec 16, 2025