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Quick Facts: Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists | |
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$63,420 per year
$30.49 per hour |
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Bachelor's degree | |
None | |
None | |
19,300 | |
5% (As fast as average) | |
900 |
What Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Do
Zoologists and wildlife biologists study animals and other wildlife and how they interact with their ecosystems.
Work Environment
Zoologists and wildlife biologists work in offices, laboratories, or outdoors. Depending on their job, they may spend considerable time in the field gathering data and studying animals in their natural habitats.
How to Become a Zoologist or Wildlife Biologist
Zoologists and wildlife biologists need a bachelor’s degree for entry-level positions; a master’s degree is often needed for higher-level investigative or scientific work. A Ph.D. is necessary to lead independent research and for most university research positions.
Pay
The median annual wage for zoologists and wildlife biologists was $63,420 in May 2018.
Job Outlook
Employment of zoologists and wildlife biologists is projected to grow 5 percent from 2018 to 2028, about as fast as the average for all occupations. More zoologists and wildlife biologists will be needed to study human and wildlife interactions as the human population grows and development impacts wildlife and their natural habitats. However, because most funding comes from governmental agencies, demand for zoologists and wildlife biologists will be limited by budgetary constraints.
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