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Wildlife Biologist

Science and Research
Biological Science
Zoologist / Wildlife Biologist

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.

At a Glance

Wildlife Biologist earns an average of $69,240/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1 years. Top skills: Report Writing, Natural Resource Management, Biology.

Avg Annual Salary

$69,240/yr

Typical Education

High school or GED

Experience

1 years

Job Postings

2

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

Median Wage

$72,860/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+1.6%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (24)

Natural Resource Management

4.9

Wildlife Biology

4.8

Data Entry

4.7

Endangered Species Act

4.6

Ecological Services

4.6

Data Analysis

4.5

Physical Oceanography

4.5

Botany

4.4

Zoology

4.3

Agriculture

4.3

Biochemistry

4.2

Wildlife Management

4.2

Fisheries Management

4.1

Water Resource Development

4.0

Safety Procedures

4.0

Aquaculture

3.9

Marine Biology

3.8

Marine Ecology

3.8

Environmental Science

3.6

Environmental Impact Statements

3.5

Oil and Gas

3.5

Ichthyology

3.4

Common Skills (4)

Report Writing

5.0

Team Leadership

3.9

Research

3.7

Investigation

3.6

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