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.
- Tasks
- 14 tasks10 core, 4 supplemental
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- Life, Physical & Social ScienceOne of its 66 occupations
- Code
- 19-1023.00SOC 2018: 19-1023
What the work is made of
10 core tasks and 4 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Develop, or make recommendations on, management systems and plans for wildlife populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to explore options.Core taskTask 23957Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 2. Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.Core taskTask 1493Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 3. Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.Core taskTask 18615Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 4. Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for industry.Core taskTask 1492Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 5. Disseminate information by writing reports and scientific papers or journal articles, and by making presentations and giving talks for schools, clubs, interest groups and park interpretive programs.Core taskTask 1496Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 6. Study characteristics of animals, such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life histories, diseases, development, genetics, and distribution.Core taskTask 1497Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 7. Perform administrative duties, such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo staff.Core taskTask 1498Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 8. Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws, and notify law enforcement when violations are identified.Core taskTask 18616Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 9. Analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them.Core taskTask 1494Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 10. Conduct literature reviews.Core taskTask 23958Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 11. Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural surroundings.Supplemental taskTask 1499Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 12. Coordinate preventive programs to control the outbreak of wildlife diseases.Supplemental taskTask 1501Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 13. Prepare collections of preserved specimens or microscopic slides for species identification and study of development or disease.Supplemental taskTask 1502Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
- Task 14. Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under microscope.Supplemental taskTask 1504Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2023
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 19-1023
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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