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.
Aquatic Biologist, Conservation Biologist, Fish and Wildlife Biologist, Fish Biologist, Fisheries and Wildlife Biological Scientist, Fisheries Biologist, Fisheries Management Biologist, Fishery Biologist, Forest Wildlife Biologist, Habitat Biologist, Marine Biologist, Migratory Game Bird Biologist, Research Scientist, Wildlife Biologist, Wildlife Refuge Specialist, Zoologist
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