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A wildlife biologist studies animals and their behavior along with the role each animal plays in their natural habitat. The duties of a wildlife biologist includes: developing and conducting experiments/studies on animals in their natural habitats, studying the characteristics of animals such as their interaction with different species, their reproductive and movement patterns, the dynamic with in a population, and the migration of diseases. Wildlife biologist also play a big part in managing and monitoring population dynamic to preserve certain species and/or environments. They observe how animals interact with one another as well as how they interact with humans. Some wildlife biologist study the impact of human interference in an ecosystem. The wildlife biologist work can include many things such as working with endangered species, advocate for preservation of wildlife, resolve issues pertaining to wildlife, and population control. Although some wildlife biologist could work in an office, most wildlife biologist spend most of their time working outside studying animals in their natural habitats. Some wildlife biologist work closely with public speakers to advocate for the preservation plans to protect and conserve wild life and endangered species. Many wildlife biologists are expected to present and explain their findings from their studies to the public. There are many different aspects to the work of a wildlife biologist which can vary by specialization.

== Specialized Wildlife Biologist ==


 * Cetologists - Study of marine animals
 * Entomologists - Study of insects
 * Herpetologists - study of amphibians and reptiles
 * Ichthyologists - study of fish
 * Mammalogists - study of mammals
 * Ornithologists - study of birds

Education
For an entry level position, a bachelors degree is required in wildlife biology, zoology, wildlife ecology, or general biology. However, entry level jobs are competitive and it is recommended that a master degree is obtained. Higher level jobs such as professors teaching wildlife biology or for those who wish to practice independents study, a Ph.D is required. The estimated amount of years to complete a master and Ph.D. for wildlife biologists is Three years: One year for masters, Two years for Ph.D.

Annual Pay
The average pay for a wildlife biologist is $62,290 per year or $29.95 per hour. The top 10% of wildlife biologist can make up to $99,700 a year while to bottom 10% of wildlife biologists can make up to $39.620 per year. The job outlook for wildlife biologists is predicted to increase 8% from 2016 to 2026.