10+ Wildlife biology careers you should know about (& salaries)
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- Опубликовано: 28 июл 2024
- Ten wildlife career ideas (+a bonus job!) you might not know about! Overview of some jobs relating to the world of animal care, zoology, conservation, marine biology, wildlife biology and more.
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Wildlife Technician
Wildlife Biologist
Wildlife Rehabilitatior
Wildlife Veterinarian
Wildlife Conservation Manager
Fisheries Biologist
Ornithologist
Habitat Biologist
Wildlife Interpreter
Wildlife Host
Marine Biologist
I still don’t know what I want to be when I grow up but I know that I want to do something that includes animals and wildlife.
I'm glad you're starting to get this on your mind while you're young, I already grew up and I'm stuck .--. You still have time take advantage of it and choose wisely :)
I’m just the same! I find a animals so fascinating and beautiful and I would love to dedicated my life to them. I especially love wolves and Nordic nature as that’s what I’m growing up with. I want to work with animals one day, but I don’t think being a vet is a fitting career for me. At least a pet vet, a wildlife vet seems WAY more interesting to me
@@crowzier woah i think the same way. until some days ago I've always though i wanted to be a wildlife vet, cuz i can't see myself working with dogs and cats (like most think that's what vets only do), but now stuck I'm between a zoologist and vet
I'm sorry if i made any mistake, English is not my first language, but i wanted to share it
@@crowzier same !
Same
I just changed my major a week ago to environmental science and wildlife conservation
Congrats!
Awesome! We need more people to take care of Wildlife and the Environment !!!
What was your major previous? And what sparked the change?
Hi! I always wanted to be a zoologist since I was a young girl, and I strayed away from this idea after high-school because I feared all the RUMORS I heard about the job! I'm now 26 without a step into college but after years of feeling lost and having a hard life alone, I decided to turn my life to a path once and for all and decided to just go back, full circle and go back to school and go for Zoology/Wildlife Biology. I am 6 months sober and have been so motivated, even if the rumors were true and the pay was terrible. I decided it didn't matter, it has always made the most sense for ME.
You are helping me make my dreams come true, I watched some videos and am in the works of becoming enrolled in the Fall. Thank you for all these videos! They have helped me understand what questions I need to ask, and help me narrow my search of my true calling! Thank you thank you thank you!!!!
So awesome!
You are still so young. Imagine you finish school about 30. You will have a 30+ year career ahead of you, which will be as long as you would have been alive!
Keep us posted on the school enrollment! Remember to apply to several in case your dream school doesn't work out.
@@draftmagicagain1000 You're very sweet and encouraging thank you!
Hey good luck! I know fall semester just began! :)❤️
That’s fantastic!!!! I might be a stranger but I am so incredibly proud of you!!!! I hope you’re proud of yourself!!
Let’s do it girl!!! 💪🏻 I’m also 26, wanting so badly to go into wildlife conservation or zoology 😍
I’ve been working on pre-med and biology requirements to be a dermatologist. I’ve finally accepted that I don’t actually want to do this because I don’t want to take care of humans. I’ve always loved animals and want to work with them! I’ve been doing a lot of research on this lately and have been leaning heavily towards zoology. Your videos are so helpful!
I’m proud of you for taking the steps necessary to doing what makes you happy! 💜 You have a lot of courage to go ahead and do that, I applaud you. I wish you luck on your future endeavors. Make sure to do a lot of internships and have fun. x
I really heavily felt you when you said “I don’t want to take care of humans” because me too 😂🤝 I’m in school for zoology because I love animals and I’d prefer working with wildlife and marine animals
@@Xo.ErisKain other animals are better than humans in my opinion 😉 at least in ways that are important to a career lol. That’s awesome! I wish you the best of luck! I decided on Wildlife Conservation 😄
I'm on the same boat, I've been in the human medical field for about 4 years and I realize that I'm not motivated, I'm 28 and looking for a career change. The field isn't the best right now.
@@julianatorres4621 what do you do in the medical field if you don’t mind me asking? And do you live in the US?
Wildlife TV presenter... the best job in the world would be working for the natural history unit and travelling with them while they film the next planet earth/blue planet/any other wildlife documentary series. But let’s be real, that kind of job is harder to get than a needle in a haystack
FutureEcologist bruh I want to be like Nigel thornberry
I guarantee that could be acquired through connections. A lot of exclusive jobs can be attained by people you know..
i wish i had david attenborough’s life
get it yourself mate, start working on a RUclips channel and start small and building yourself towards that. You do not necessarily need a company backing you up... You can build up your channel from it taking you further and further around the world to cover more and more content (hence, more animals!)
I really would love to major in Wildlife Biology but I’m afraid of doing all the work and get all the experience just to struggle finding a job after
I know this isn't technically a "Wildlife" job and you've already discussed it in another video, but thought it could be helpful to include here. I'm currently interviewing for two outdoor planner positions, one with the National Park Service and one with US Forest Service. For transparency, both jobs would start out at around $55,000/year with room to grow (as is the usual with Federal jobs). Education wise, I have a Master's in Public Administration (concentration in planning) and have experience building trails, acquiring land, and using NEPA guidelines. Just wanted to include this as an addendum to the video for those interested in the salary, education, and experience requirements for outdoor planning.
I needed this so badly right now thank you Kristina💛💛💛
Glad it came at a good time
I'm torn between Wildlife biology and Marine biology 😩, I'm really interested in the both of them so I'll have to get experience in both fields to see which fits me the best.
Same I love marine bio... But wildlife sounds so good too
Just keep in mind you can allways do both.!
@@alsonovando5066 How :O
@@Ara_Ara2 just do both you can major a subject that includes both or if you can't major one of the two and get experience doing the other. For example look for internships, reaserch oportunities, or volunteer with people or organizations.
Same!!
Wildlife ecologist is another career path that is a mix between wildlife biologist, habitat biologist and conservation manager.
YOU ARE THE PERSON I’VE BEEN WANDERING AROUND FOR MONTHS, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR STARTING THIS CHANNEL
You're so welcome!
would you be able to talk about environmental biology? Like how it’s different/similar to wildlife biology? I love your videos and they’ve really helped me narrow down what I want to do!
I think environment is more focused on human influence on the environment and climate change, recycling, eco friendly power, that sorta thing. Wildlife is more focused on the study of animal behaviors and the ecosystem they live in, and focuses more on ecosystem conservation for animals, rather than ecosystem conservation for people (environmental)
Thank you so much for taking the time to discuss this! Currently planning on taking an upgrade program to boost my marks so I can begin to persue this path. Really struggling with math but doing my best to keep pushing forward so I can make this goal happen.
Out of these options, I'm most interested in the wildlife technician/ research assistant one as a starter then conservation manager.
Thank you so much for this video. I am an undergrad student going into my third year in wildlife conservation biology, and this video opened me up to what I might want to do with my degree later on.
I am more into the field research side of things and i want to be able to travel. I'm looking more at the moment toward wildlife technician or zoologist. In the future i've leaned more toward either wildlife biologist or conservation biologist. This video was extremely helpful!
Thank you so much for this video!! I just got accepted into Humboldt State for Wildlife Conservation but I also want to get into marine biology and plant sciences. Nature is just so fascinating!
Thank you so much for this video I was feeling extremely stressed about what I'm gonna do in the future.
yayyy! i watched this video hoping my dream job, wildlife vet, would be on the list and sure enough there it was! really enjoyed the video and am excited for the future :) i am a junior in university btw and am hoping to get into vet school in 2 years. we’ll see!!
this was really helpful, I'm a sophomore in school right now and have been so scared about graduating and what types of jobs I can get. This definitely cleared things up.
I absolutely love your videos! I am 29 and am currently working as a certified medical coder. It's a good job but it is not fulfilling in any way. No clue what I want to be but I know it is somewhere within the environmental science/wildlife biology field. My plan is to start working on a degree in the next few years to make that a reality. So until then, I will be studying, day dreaming, and listening to vids/podcasts like yours. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for providing information on education, I've been looking for some career in zoology and your information is helpful in determining what's a good place to start.
Awesome video! Answered ALL my questions and then some :)
Thank you so much for this video, it was very helpful! Would it be possible to do a video on post-graduation planning, and different possible routes/options that people might take after graduation? I'll be graduating next year with a bachelor's degree in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology. Thank you for all of your videos, they are all super informative! ❤️
Love this! Please make a video on environmental careers for non-scientists! ♥
I'm planning to go to college soon to hopefully become a Wildlife Rehabilitator, allot of people dont do it for the money but I'm not even sure if Ill do it for long. I'm going to be volunteering at all sorts of different things to get an idea of what I like best. I grew up knowing you can only be 2 things to work with animals: veterinarian or zoo keeper. But now I know theres so many more things and it's hard to choose 😬
Thank you for this video kritnia,really need this video
This has been really good. I recently got a degree and it's kinda going nowhere because I have to finish off my degree at a major university and can't get up there to do it. So, now I'm looking for a new path and I would love to work outside with animals. The way you explain the degrees and payrates is really cool. I'm thinking about becoming a wildlife vet.
Thank you for this video! I am currently getting ready for my bachelor's state exams and would like to get into Wildlife conservation and management master's program, but needed to get some motivation for the future at the moment XD So this video helped me nicely (And yeah, I would like the Wildlife technician-ish position, while I'm still young and do not have many ties here, since my whole education is aimed at the tropics, in my case specifically Africa)
Thank you for the good info. Im currently going to school for paramedicine and im rethinking my career choice because my passion is working outdoors with wildlife and animal biology as a whole. Wildlife technician sounds very appealing despite the low pay
I’m just now finding you again, but years ago I subscribed when starting my undergrad. When I was really absolutely hating school and needed motivation to keep going ahead I would watch your videos to remind myself why I’m doing this. After 2 years of working in shoreline research I’m finally going to graduate with my undergrad in biology-ecology this semester and I’m back here watching your videos and it’s so nice and nostalgic😭💕
Aw, I love that! Shoreline research sounds so cool!
Kristina Lynn Yes!! My first project was marine debris and my current is a much more in depth look into restored shorelines. We’re studying macrobenthos, using drone imagery with GIS, organics, and metals etc. We’re comparing our naturally restored shorelines to the reference sites and armored sites. The difference in benthos between sites is astounding (in abundance, diversity is about the same). I’ve seen you’ve worked on so many cool projects, I hope to work on really cool stuff like you one day!
I’m really interested in biology and study of animals. I admire you Kristina
I’m going back to school at 29 and I want to do wildlife biology I think so I’m gonna watch all your stuff to see if I’m interested!
I’m looking into a Conservation and Wildlife Biology Bachelors degree, although I am trying to find what is a right fit for me personally. I want to work hands on in animal sanctuaries and wildlife habilitation centers. I don’t want a desk job, although watching your video has me curious about working for organizations fundraising etc, as I am super social and passionate about conservation. 💚
this is where I'm also coming from, I really liked the way she explained about the conservation manager job I think that would be cool, I'm also very passionate about conservation I've always been since high school.
thank you! this is really helpful, much appreciated
Thank you for the information it was just what I was looking for
I am currently in my teenage years and I really want to have a job where I study and try to help animals. These videos have been helping me with learning about what to do in the future to pursue my dream.
I love your videos and thank you for making them!!! I have a bachelor degree in public administration and land management; and I'Il be starting master's degree in Natural Resources Conservation and Managament here in Portugal (where I live), and I'm super excited about it :D !!! I know that probably I won't find a job here in my country, but if I need to move elsewhere I'm really opened to that.
Wildlife Rehabilitation would be such a dream but I can't take care of my kids and myself for free. 😔😔😔😔
Just try and make things workkk :);)
Or it can be a thing on the side maybe just weekends 🤔
You got thissss😄
Hi Kristina, thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos. I love your content. Do you have ideas for people that love wildlife and would like to volunteer? I live in Georgia and am a teacher. The summer time would be a great time to volunteer, and on the weekends during the school year. Thank you for your help. 😊
I am very serious about Wildlife Biology! Subbed! Wildlife Tech or Wildlife Biologist!
Thank you for your videos! I always enjoy them! I’m currently expecting my second child. I am a part-time wildlife/avian tech, also assisting with at-home work with customer requests within the same company. I have not finished my masters, but I wanted to see what kinds of jobs you may have in mind for moms like myself, that can work from home while still feeling like they are conducting research in wildlife. I feel like everything that pops up requires travel, and I may have to limit my travels now that I will be a mother of 2.
I became a Biology Teacher but I LOVE IT!!!!
These jobs seem like so much fun. My original dream job was an engineer, this is very different.
Wildlife technician - that's me!! I'm doing what I do with just a 2 year diploma, but like you said most postings ask for a 4 year degree so it can be hard to find people willing to give me a chance.
Another great video. My dream is being a herpetologist. I'm currently working on my Bachelor's degree.
Love these job ideas! It would be cool to see which of these jobs has the highest demand.
I’m currently a Natural Resource Ecology and Management major with my concentration in Conservation Biology💚💚💚🌞🌞🌞🌻🌻🌻I’m in my 2nd semester of freshman year
Could you talk about jobs that have to do with herpetology ? I love your channel !! 💖💖
Thanks for posting
I always LOVED marine biology I would do that or be a wildlife vet/tv host; I have a degree in jmedia studies (ournalism and film) already and I just love animals and science, I'm naturally adept to the information because I just love it so much. I literally grew up watching environmental and animal docs/tv shows from zoboomafu, steve irwin and a slew of animal planet and nat geo wild shows. In short, animals are amazing, lol.
Hi Kristina! I love your videos, they've been incredibly helpful and so enjoyable to watch. At this point I'm about finished with my Bachelor's in environmental science. Do you have a video/are you making a video for those who already have their degree but are still wondering what direction to move forward or continuing education? Thanks :)
-Brittney
Did you ever get direction from this question? I’m in a similar position. Currently in the renewable energy industry but want to do something with wild cat rescue and rehabilitation.
Wildlife Biologist sound so cool! Could you recommend me some videos from your channel to learn from? Thanks!
i think being an in person animal educator would be for me. I could educate others with a mix of my own collection and a zoological collection and slowly id be working to making my own education business, and/or breeding program for endangered herps.
Very informative video 😇😇😇
I am a biology/environmental science teacher (B.S. in biology; MA in Teaching) looking to become a zoologist or wildlife biologist (I am ready to do what i love). I am the guy who can tell you a million and 1 facts about mammals and reptiles (have a fascination with Carnivora, Elapids and Viperids). Should I pursue another masters (I’m almost 40)? I did an internship at the Bronx Zoo when I was 13 (and wowed the people I worked with at the time) I designed a dhole exhibit during that time ( interestingly that Zoo now has Dholes). Seeking guidance. I have been blessed by your channel
I'm so happy that now when I'm watching your video, I'm a legit Wildlife student 💗
Yay, congrats! 🐻🐘🦎
This is great. I’m currently working at a doggy daycare / pet sitting job. Looking to see what direction I can go in. I love animals/wildlife.
Awesome!
I really hope to become a (wildlife) conservation manager so I am going to do a master Environment & Resource Management with major in biodiversity and ecosystem services, I hope that fits🥺
I go to Unity College (located in Maine but you can take online classes if need be) and they have have a B.S. & Master's degree program for Wildlife Conservation (B.S.) and Wildlife Conservation and Management (Master's). Worth looking into!
I have been very worried about what I want to do for a living since I’m about to go off to college and major in biology. All I can say is that this was a big help for me and I think that I am leaning toward becoming a wildlife biologist! If any people in that field could give me insight on the job and maybe lend me some tips I would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you this is beautiful! 😺😻🍰👍
I’m currently getting my bachelors degree in Wildlife Science and plan on taking more courses to fill my requirements for vet school but I’m really stuck on all the talk about it being extremely hard to get into vet school and how there is a ton of volunteer work required for some schools. Let me know if you have any input on whether it is hard to get in and if it’s hard to be in vet school etc. I’m just worried because I’ve been working very hard and just can’t imagine it getting any harder. Thank you
I currently volunteer on the weekends at a wildlife sanctuary and I love it, although yeah I do wish I was paid lol. If I could do school again, I’d go to school to be a wildlife vet
Have you ever come across any information regarding wildlife disease ecology type careers? I'm looking into following a career path in that field but sometimes am concerned that it might not be possible without a vet degree specialising in wildlife. I already have a BS in zoology and ecology and an MSc in Global Wildlife Health and conservation.
I have a passion for birds and real-life has thrown me into sharing their territory for almost half a decade now. Without much scholarly knowledge in the field I've managed to use my intuition to try not affect the environment around me. I also try not to interfere with the natural behaviours of the species in their habitat. It's been thrilling to witness raptor birds hunting in front of me at times. Their displays can put so much colour in anybody's life the same. I think I've managed to develop a win-win situation with most species in the area. They seem to be proliferating in my presence and I get my wildlife "pass" in return. What started for me as a bit of an ordeal has eventually turned into an exciting period of my life. Who knows someday I might even be interested in a "technician" job. Just thought I might share this. We live in a beautiful natural world. You can't really take your safety for granted, but by respecting other species we might just get to enjoy it a little better while we can. I've had the tiniest scratches for the experience. Wildlife can be so much better and forgiving to us than most people can envisage. I think it has to do with our personal philosophies.
Great video as always! I was wondering if you know where we can get that fundraising experience? I've seen it mentioned a few times on this channel that many positions prefer if you have experience (and sorry if I missed the video that explains this if there is one!) Would any fundraising count as experience? For example volunteering to help advertise someone else's fundraiser even if it's not related to wildlife/general ecology?
Ah that's a good question, I actually have never worked in non-profit fundraising nor grant writing so take my advice with a grain of salt but I would think any non-wildlife nonprofit type work relating around fundraising would help. I also see a decent amount of internships relating to this for nonprofits too.
Hi :) Thanks for the video. There is one thing that was not so clear to me. What are the differences between the Fisheries and Marine Biologists?
This video was really helpful im working towards my ba in fisheries wildlife and conservation and I think i would like to work as a fisheries biologist
Hi Kristina! I am planning to come to US for my masters in wildlife biology .So can you make a video on colleges that give the course and give good internships during the master’s program..
i’m going to school now & studying biology with ecology emphasize. what entry job do you recommend to get experience after college? i want to work with animals, but feeling a little discouraged because i didn’t realize how competitive wildlife biology can be!
man i used to think wildlife biologists were always in the field and really low payed but i really wanted to help manage everything with a little field work and man im i happy that those jobs exist and pay good.
Ahhh these all sound so great. I got a 2 year degree in design but still wish I'd gone into biology or something conservation/animal-related instead :'] maybe someday
Thank you!!!
Hey I had a question about being a wildlife biologist....when traveling do you get a chance to have like a permanent place to live like your own home when you get back or are you always traveling ?
This was a late upload. But very much appreciated 😁😁💙
Haha its only 8:30 in BC!
@@kristina_lynn its 10:30pm here in Texas haha 😅😅
Currently working as a wildlife tech. I graduated a year ago and figure I’ll keep working all sorts of tech jobs while I’m young and can deal with all the physical field conditions. At some point I’ll transition but NOT YET!!!
Hi there. It's 2023. I forgot that I had subscribed to your wonderful channel. I have an undergrad in biology (UDC 94') and was accepted to gradschool many years ago. However, the salaries were so LOW, that I decided to go into medicine and became a physician assistant (HU 00' ). PA salaries range from $126K -to-$150K/yr on average. I think that anyone considering becoming a biologist needs to assess school loan debt-to-income ratio. BUT, doing what you truly LOVE, is perhaps the most important thing, though. Re-watching your video three years later, re-lit my strong desire to be an actual biologist; had it since I was a kid. I want to build on my bio degree so I can do that. I am contemplating pursing a naturalist certification. I live in DC, so am near the Audubon Society, National Zoo and, National Aquarium. I can get involved in some biology-type work. Your video got me psyched up! Thank you so MUCH, for sharing your amazing life and career with us! Take care!
can you please elaborate more on how to become a wildlife host ? I have been trying to find information on it. if you have any resources with info, It would be greatly helpful !
Do wildlife Biologist explore? Like jungles and stuff
I really wanted awareness while in my graduation though it's too late now, I still felt good as all were not known to me, thanks
Q: Is it a good idea at 42 age from India, BSc zoology & MBA grad to make a career shift and opt for studies MSc / Veterinary / Wildlife conservationist in Canada any other country?
hey kristina can you make video on wildlife tecnician ,wildlife biologist and marine biologist. Can we be a marine biologist with master in zoology only .
I have done post- Graduate Diploma in Resource Management level-7 from New Zealand. As well as Bachelor of science (non-medical) from India.
I am confused with my career job opportunities. Like what job roles i can get?
I’m thinking of either study in animal health or veterinary and wildlife science , which one is easier to find a job ? Thank you 🙏🏻
Graduated HS in 2020, probably the worst time to enter college. Besides the virus, I was also immature emotionally. Four years later, I'd like to think I've grown.
Regardless, I ended up flunking out after my second year and I've been working retail for 2+ years, partly because my experiences scared me from returning.
But now that I'm 22, I want to find something that's fulfilling in my life, and I plan on volunteering at my local animal shelter to see if I want to work with animals/wildlife.
Smashing video
Just want to emphasize the importance of doing volunteer work/internships in your field before you graduate. It can be tough to get a job if you have a degree but no other experience.
Taylor T yeah I am always repeating this it’s sooo true
I want to be a conservation biologist idk what animal I want to study specifically yet but I’m thinking hippos also before I do grad school I was thinking of starting as a natural resource specialist
Hey Kristina! I was wondering what school you went to for your degree ??
I wanna be a marine biologist but I’m not sure how or where to start exactly 😅
I was waiting for the Marine Biologist lol
I’m 24 I haven’t gone to college cuz I still don’t know what I want to do I want to work with animals but their isn’t any programs or sanctuary or zoos or ocean like nothing bruh 🥲only thing I can think of is veterinarian school but I rather have more options I’m still young I will figure it out 😌
I’ve heard that there are few jobs for wildlife vets, and that there are only around 40 employed in the US and Canada. I am currently a wildlife pre-vet major but I’m thinking about going to grad school to focus on ornithology or ecology instead of vet school but the salary range is worrisome for me
Idk if you reply to comments or not but i was looking at being a wildlife vet and was wondering how many years of school in total would i have to do before i can actually be considered a wildlife vet and is it worth it?
Hello! Where can I find more information about wildlife rehabilitation without a degree pls?
can you enlist the best university for forestry and wildlife ..
To volunteer within wildlife rehab, under a licensed rehabilitator, you don’t need any credentials. However, you absolutely need a license to rehabilitate. Though it’s not a formal degree.
Do landscape architectures actually help nature and the environment?
I love your videos! I’m currently in university getting my bachelors for Wildlife Biology. I’m considering a masters degree, but I’m already so far in debt. Any advice on that?
That'sCrazy you shouldn’t go into debt to get a masters degree in the sciences! Many many people get paid (not a big amount but still) to do their masters through lab funding, teaching and research assistantships. You might wanna consider pausing grad school and trying to find some work first to start paying off your loans though.
Kristina Lynn thank you so much for the response! I have heard about masters programs not costing much of anything. I’ll definitely consider putting a pause on schooling to get my current student debt down. Thanks again!
How do you get jobs for a wildlife biologist
hello I need suggestion to study in canada . I completed m.sc zoology in india and further which diploma I opt regarding this study in canada