What is soft release in biology?

Soft release in Biology refers to a method of reintroducing organisms into their natural habitat, where they are gradually acclimatized to their new environment before being fully released. This approach often includes providing supplemental food, shelter, and monitoring to enhance survival rates and reduce stress during the transition. Soft release is commonly used in conservation efforts for endangered species or for animals that have been rehabilitated. It contrasts with hard release, where animals are immediately and completely released into the wild without prior acclimatization.