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.
Common Job Titles
- Conservation Biologist
- Fish and Wildlife Biologist
- Fisheries Biologist
- Wildlife Biologist
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
16,920
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $48,240. 25th percentile: U.S. $58,360. 50th percentile: U.S. $72,860. 75th percentile: U.S. $90,590. 90th percentile: U.S. $113,350. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $48,240 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $113,350 |
| Workers on average earn | $77,920 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Biology4.8/5
- English Language3.8/5
- Customer and Personal Service3.7/5
- Mathematics3.4/5
- Geography3.4/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- ESRI ArcGIS software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Word
- Python
- R
- SAS
- Salesforce software
Technology Skills
- Computer modeling software
- Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
- Database management software
- ESRI ArcView
- Email software
- Geographic information system GIS software
- Geographic information system GIS systems
- Global positioning system GPS software
Tools & Equipment
- 35 millimeter cameras
- Adjustable widemouth pliers
- Aerial nets
- Air compressors
- All terrain vehicles ATV
- Animal transmitters
- Animal traps
- Archery bows