Wildlife Ecologist Career

*A job as a Wildlife Ecologist falls under the broader career category of Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for 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.


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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologist Career

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