To be  or not to be a  Wildlife Biologist?  Find out!

 To be  or not to be a  Wildlife Biologist?  Find out!

What do they do?

Study the behaviour of wildlife and advocate for ecosystem concerns within their field of study.

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and an undergrad degree in wildlife biology or ecology.

Courses needed for an entry-level job.

A Ph.D will be needed to obtain funding for research positions.

Courses needed for a professional position

- Communication skills - Observation skills - Critical-thinking skills - Problem-solving skills

Soft skills

- Wildlife Institute of India - Gauhati University - Hastings College

Colleges and universities to check out:

The industry is projected to grow at 8% through 2026. Wildlife biologists holding master's degrees will have the most number of career options.

Job outlook

Job demand for wildlife biologists is projected to increase by 5% in the next decade.

Job demand

Can vary from administrative offices to the great outdoors a to interact with and study the local wildlife.

Work environment

Most wildlife biologists work irregular hours to especially when working in the field.

Day-to-day schedule

- Research Biologists - Research Assistant - Wildlife Biologists - Conservation Ecologists

Frequent job positions:

- Whale Shark Hunters of the    Philippines - Earth - The Big Year - Into The Wild

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