Occupational Employment Statistics
19-1023 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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Southeast Minnesota
| | 12 | $33.65/hr | $25.58/hr | $27.36/hr | $33.04/hr | $38.88/hr | $44.70/hr |
| Professional and Business Services | 10 | $50.53/hr |
| Other Services | N/A | N/A |
| Public Administration | 580 | $34.90/hr |
- Make recommendations on management systems and planning for wildlife populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to explore options.
- Perform administrative duties, such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo staff.
- Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.
- Perform administrative duties, such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo staff.
- Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.
- Analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them.
- Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for industry.
- Raise specimens for study and observation or for use in experiments.
- Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws, and notify law enforcement when violations are identified.
- Make recommendations on management systems and planning for wildlife populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to explore options.