How do they match: 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.

  • Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under microscope.
  • 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.
  • Prepare collections of preserved specimens or microscopic slides for species identification and study of development or disease.

  • Collect biological specimens.