Occupation: Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management. May collect and analyze biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water habitats.

19-1023.00 | 14 tasks | 10 job titles
Reported Job Titles (10)
  • Aquatic Biologist
  • Conservation Biologist
  • Fish and Wildlife Biologist
  • Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist
  • Fisheries Biologist
  • Forest Wildlife Biologist
  • Habitat Biologist
  • Wildlife Biologist
  • Wildlife Refuge Specialist
  • Zoologist
Core Tasks (10)
  • Develop, or make recommendations on, management systems and plans for wildlife populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to explore options.
  • Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.
  • Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.
  • Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for industry.
  • Disseminate information by writing reports and scientific papers or journal articles, and by making presentations and giving talks for schools, clubs, interest groups and park interpretive programs.
  • Study characteristics of animals, such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life histories, diseases, development, genetics, and distribution.
  • Perform administrative duties, such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo staff.
  • Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws, and notify law enforcement when violations are identified.
  • Analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them.
  • Conduct literature reviews.
Supplemental Tasks (4)
  • Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural surroundings.
  • Coordinate preventive programs to control the outbreak of wildlife diseases.
  • Prepare collections of preserved specimens or microscopic slides for species identification and study of development or disease.
  • Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under microscope.