Wildlife biologist

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A wildlife biologist is someone who studies wild animals and their habitats.

1 Requirements
2 Salary
3 Famous wildlife biologists
4 References

[edit] Requirements

To work as a wildlife biologist, one must:

Receive a minimum of a bachelor's degree (PhD recommended) in Biology, Ecology, Zoology, Wildlife Management, or Natural Resources Management;
Work both indoors and outdoors year round, regardless of weather conditions;
Be prepared to travel long distances ^[1]

[edit] Salary

The beginning income for a position with the federal government averages $25,000 per year for a candidate with a bachelor's degree, $32,000 per year for a candidate with a master's degree, and $37,000 per year for a candidate with a PhD. State governments offer starting salaries between $22,000 and $29,000 annually. Wildlife biologists can also work as assistant professors, teachers or professors, with salaries beginning at $38,000 per year. ^[2]

The average income for wildlife biologists is $44,500 annually in the federal government, $40,500 per year in state government positions, and $52,000 a year for assistant professors. Wildlife biologists earn their top salaries in the federal government and high education. Salaries in these positions can range from $65,000 to $85,000 per year. ^[3]