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What major should you choose? || Environmental & Wildlife Biologists
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ส.ค. 2024
- What major should you choose for an environmental or a wildlife biologist career? What is the difference between zoology and wildlife biology? Which major is the BEST out of all of them?
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0:50 - Wildlife Biology
1:22 - Environmental science
2:40 - Environmental Studies
3:42 - Ecology
4:42 - General Biology
5:55 - Environmental Engineering
6:51 - Animal Sciences
7:36 - Forestry
8:24 - Environmental Management/Natural Resource Management
9:25 - Marine Biology
10:02 - Zoology
Apart from zoology and forestry I am studying everything in M.Sc environmental sciences. What do you suggest more? I like job going to green areas for researching on plants and environment. Please suggest ...
Thanks alot
I like do Forestry so i need more guidance about this.
How are qualifications from another country viewed? Such as a bachelors degree in wildlife biology from Australia
Would plant biology be similar to zoology in terms of potential job opportunities
What if im in education majoring science
All I wanted was to be surrounded by nature all the time and get paid well :_(
Hyper Dragon Anaconda they said paid well
Same here:///
Me too ;/ but apparently you're gonna be behind the desk for a large portion of your time. Idek if I want to be a biologist at this point, not sure if I have the right passion for it
If you made a career test for all these I would literally PAY to take it. I am struggling on deciding what to do with my life. All I know is I want to be surrounded by nature, observe animal behavior, I like to diagnose but not treat. In other words I like to observe/analyze what is wrong with something and pin point it, but I am not too passionate about treating it as in medically. I am so confused on what to pick :(
I'm in the same exact position as you right now. Have you gotten any closer to finding something since you left the comment?
@@savannahwise7058 I have found an online college that offers a B.S of Animal Health and Behavior that I’m transferring to in the fall
What you guys should all keep in mind is that what you decide now doesn’t have to be the end all be all! You can always change and specialise as you progress and post grad study is always there for you to expand upon. Don’t put to much pressure on yourself to set an unwavering path.
@@kcitlynx how's it going?
I need help!!! I'm in such a similar position. I really want to go out and live in the woods for months and just walk around a plot of land and count the wildlife in the area and the changes in the environment caused by both biotic and abiotic factors. Does anyone know what may be similar to this job or degree? I don't necessarily want to talk to government officials about why we can't put houses in the area or where we can build trails and where we can't build trails. I just want to go out, watch animals interact with their environment and then see how they change based on the factors that are naturally introduced. Can anyone help?
Marine biology is a tough one for me. It was always my dream choice; for years I worked towards turning my life around to pursue it by going back to college and Uni, but the more I read up on it, the more I was put off. The dream seemed like just that, a dream. The dream marine jobs you typically read about and think about are almost non existent and most of the ones that do exist are unpaid. Even marine ecology was mostly just manual labour on nets and winches. Maybe I just had unrealistic expectations? I had visions of diving reefs and such. In the end I switched to zoology, as the modules at my chosen university are very broad and contain a lot of marine and ecology focused topics. I figure this way I can always look in to moving across to marine biology some day if it feels right, but there's still a part of me that wants that dream marine experience.
I think you were kind of spot on, marine biology isn’t all just diving in reefs every day. Even marine coral reef biology researchers I worked with generally only had a few expeditions a year where they did that, and a lot of office and hard work outside of that world. You can still get diving related jobs! It’s just not super lucrative, unless you’re diving is associated with underwater welding or something like that. The reality is that there’s SO few jobs like that (how many people does society need solely to dive and observe beautiful wildlife?) and intense competition because millions of people want work like that so you’re competing with people with PhDs and connections. Most jobs in marine and wildlife involve some hard work, office time, lab work and a lot of not ideal parts. But with ecology, if you’re not picky on location and job duties, I think the prospects are higher than marine bio because there’s many more opportunities. Another thought, if your heart is set on diving in coral reefs, find a job with lots of time off and volunteer with a coral reef preservation project!
You might find this website interesting, place I visit occasionally: www.vims.edu/
What about becoming an oceanographer? Is that any different?
It sounds like you and I are quite similar concerning our interests. I’m a junior in highschool and I need to start deciding what I want to do career wise. If you don’t mind me asking, what career did you eventually choose? How do you like it? Thank you!!
@@danithomsen1316 I'm still in University, but I'm working as a coastal/sand dune ecologist right now on a 1 year placement before my final year of study. I guess i've ended up somewhere between zoology and marine biology, as I do encounter quite a few marine invertebrates and sea birds as part of my survey work. Mostly i'm surveying for birds, butterflies, beetles, rabbits, snakes and spiders though so it leans toward zoology. It's not all fun and games though as there's a decent amount of invasive plant control as part of the job, so I have to get my hands dirty with digging and pesticides at times. Invasive plants are particularly harmful to sand dune ecosystems because so many of the native species rely on open sand flats with limited plant cover. I'm not 100% sure yet if coastal ecology is something i'll continue to pursue after my degree, but it's definitely enjoyable being outdoors in the fresh air and I could see myself taking it further.
I've sobered a bit on marine biology since the original comment. While the dream jobs are ridiculously hard to come by, I think if you go into it with tempered expectations, you can still find enjoyable work. The seagrass rejuvenation project will have you out in the water diving, or if fish are your jam you could shadow fishermen at sea and study their catches (this seems to be the one of the more frequent marine biology jobs I see advertised). Working at a marine mammal sanctuary is another interesting job where you're hands on with whales, seals and dolphins. Though there aren't many sanctuaries out there so it can be tough competition.
Omgosh you read my mind !!! Can't wait to watch I need guidance 😭
Haha awesome! 🔮
I have done my bachelors in zoology | master’s in Oceanography | now PhD in Environmental Science 😇
Is that even possible... To get a different masteral degree from your bachelor.
Krisgna Novicio yep!
Saving me hours of research and time with counselors who COULD NEVER give me this type of advice.
I'm currently majoring in Conservation Biology and Ecology, and I love how it's giving me such a broad set of skills and knowledge for my future wildlife career, from a whole-ecosystem approach rather than just a organismal one. I agree with Kristina - if an Ecology degree is available to you, choose that one! :)
Wildlife Biology or Zoology.... now that is a mighty difficult decision
Yes! They’re both good though :)
*Double degree*
*Double major*
Hey, I'm literally applying for the same two course and I don't know which one, you've probably figured it out by now so help me please
Perfect video and explanations! I just graduated with my AAS degree in Wildlife Management and am going for my BS in Environmental Science (Env. Biology) track.
I've been considering changing my major and I was looking at the environmental science major my school had to offer before I even realized you went to UCSD! Really, really helpful
thank you so much. - a very anxious junior that loves earth and animals and wants to do something with these interests
Your channel and videos are so helpful! You really show real and personal how these jobs and majors are and help me understand what exactly you’d do all day. Thank you!
Love this, helped me reinforce I'm on the right path. Environmental science in geosciences here!
I'm starting my "general biology" studies in autumn, because that is basically the only option here in Germany. Very few universities provide courses like zoology etc. I think those are like 3 unis in total :( In my city, the curriculum has a LOT of chemistry and physics but I still hope this won't bring any problems later on :( there is basically no way to specialize for your bachelor, only in the masters degree. I'm already looking for places to do internships in wildlife centred jobs but there is only a bird rescue nearby, where i will be doing and internship during my semester holiday. Hope this works out 😫
Thanks for your videos, I've only recently discovered your channel but I already really enjoy watching them 💚
I'm planning to transfer to SUNY ESF next fall and couldn't decide between Wildlife Biology and Zoology, so this video was very helpful! The two are so similar that I didn't really know which one best suited for what I want to do, but now I do think I'm going to go for Wildlife Biology. Thanks so much Kristina! :D
Thank you SO MUCH for this!
When I first started going to school (I'm in my first semester). I originally wanted to get an Associate's Degree in Biology with credits that would transfer over to a Bachelor's in Ecology and ultimately save a lot of money. However, when I went to register I found out that most of the classes I wanted to take were no longer offered. I ended up deciding to major in Digital Media and Design since I would really like to make a wild life documentary one day (besides I took most of my basics in Highschool, so I figure I'm not really wasting time).
I found out that some classes I wanted to take are now going to be offered again starting the fall semester (so I'll be double majoring now, Yay). I went in today to add Biology as my second major in order to take those classes, but I've been struggling to decide which classes would really be best for me.
This honestly did help me decide what classes I should take, again thank you SO MUCH.
I send you lots of good vibes your way~
I would definitely jump on those biology courses! The double major may be tough but you're gonna have so many more job opportunities with a science degree versus only the digital media degree. Glad that I helped!
huge thanks for the video. As a person from another country who's going to study in different countries for BSc and MSc this video is really helpful and also interesting as your whole channel!
The best video I have seen to help clarify and answer questions I have had. really appreciate you making this video!
when i first got into community college, i was thinking about marine biology but everyone around me kept complaining about hard difficult physics and calculus was for them and i actually got nervous about taking it so i then thought about doing environmental studies or environmental science, but my California university doesn't offer them... (sad face) they did offer a geography degree, but i ended up going with sociology (yeah i feel like im in the wrong major but my uni wont let me change my major... ugghhh) Im trying to go the environmental planner route with my degree and possibly go to grad school for environmental science and not make the mistake of choosing a major that im not interested in anymore. This video helped me so much with mapping out and thinking about possible career routes.
I really needed a video like this. Thank you so much
I’m glad it came at a good time :)
I don’t know whether to be a zoologist or wildlife biologists because Ive liked animals since and I always wanted to a job where I’m not in a office and I’m by animals also I like science too.
i regret finding this too late, ive started my bachelors but with a major in biology. at first i was torn between being a doctor or scientist but now i wanted to specialize in wildlife biology and my place only offers biology :(( i think it would be hard for me to study abroad since it would be costly but ill see whatever opportunities find me and ill do the best i can to find my ways by watching your videos ^__^
i’m an incoming college freshman considering a bio major since that’s all my country offers. do you think a bio degree would open you to environmental jobs like ecologist or wildlife biologist? or do you think it would be better to get an environmental science degree for those kinds of jobs?
@@idk-wd3ht hey this was 2 years ago and im already graduating so heres what i can say... if biology is your only option then its still okay! if you want to center yourself with environmental jobs then it would be advisable to find as much activities that can better your experience (projects, volunteering, etc) having a bio degree still gets you places but it would be a better option to boost your resume with environment-related jobs. good luck on college by the way!!
Your video was very informative! I'm a year and a half into a veterinary degree and I realize now that it's not for me. You answered a lot of questions I had. Love you're videos! Keep up the good work 😊👍
I've been really curious about these fields, thanks so much for your videos!
I've just recently made the decision to go to school now for natural resources and conservation, and your videos are extremely helpful in allowing me to figure out exactly what I want. Thank you.
Thank you! Very informative and you explained the distinctions in a simple, great way. I had asked this question from many professors but nobody could or did clear that up.
Do you have any tips on what electives to take as an environmental science major? Or what electives are typically offered? Thank you!!!!
Depends on what you wanna do, but statistics or calc, chemistry (depends on what kinda job youre tryna do), and A WRITING/RESEARCH CLASS!!!
@@megasocky Calc and statistics aren't electives for environmental science and studies majors there both requirements.
@Kristina Lynn - What degree would you recommend for helping and ensuring the preservation of endangered species? I'm learning currently on how abiotic and biotic features impact species, Would i be correct in assuming that conservation would take me down the road of working with endangered species eventually? preventing poaching, educating people, preventing illegal wildlife trade, so on so forth. I am at the beginning really, doing a level Three in animal care and just want to help preserve endangered species and help preserve their kind
You’re sooo good! Thank you so much, this is very helpful! Subed right away 💕
Struggling between zoology and environmental science. Zoology definitely seems more interesting for me but environmental science seems like the safer option. Which should I do?
It's really up to you. Environmental science or ecology is a safer choice in my opinion, but I'm not bashing zoology - it will be way more interesting to study if that's what you care about. There is always a chance to switch too since your first two years of uni are usually general ed courses.
@@kristina_lynn truesay thanks 🙏
Hi there I am a sophomore in high school and I am about to enter my junior year, I am really interested in studying animals and how the behave and I want to work in a zoo, what are some majors I should choose when I go to college or university and what should I do to prepare now to get into the zoology field?
I have no idea what to do! I want to protect the environment from pollution/deforestation etc and I want to work with protecting animals too ahh someone help please.
Me too!
Did you discover what you want to do?
Thank you! I just found your videos and they are so helpful.
Thank you for this video! It is very informative, while not ‘wordy’ or excessive.
Glad it was helpful!
Is biology the right choice for saving nature?
I don't know...
I just wanna work for nature, protect and save it...
Thank you so much for making this channel! You have helped me so much, you have no idea..
I have done Enivironmental Science in Nepal now want to do Master of Environmental Science in Canada.
THANK YOU SO MUCH for this video, it is so helpful!
Super helpful. Thanks for the lovely video!
Thank you, I'm glad it was helpful!
I wish I could have seen your videos in high school!! I was pushed into finding a career in the medical field, because everyone told me I would never find anything with Biology and wouldn't get paid well. I went to school to become a medical laboratory technician. Now two years into the career I don't enjoy it. I just like the science aspect. And still don't get paid well.. I wish I had followed what I truly wanted and studied biology. Now I'm 25 and thinking of going back to school again for ecology lol I just want to work in preserving/studying animals and the environment 😭
If I want to be a zoologist, is majoring in general biology with a track to zoology enough or is the zoology major itself better?
Was wondering this myself
thanks for the info and thanks for being so genuine
I studying tourism and hospitality management in bachelor , how can I study ecology and environmental science in master? Is it possible for me? I love living in nature and working in this case, but I don't know what should I study?!
Today i declared my major in Environmental Biology BS and submitted my Resume for 1st Internship with Bees. Thanks to your video - How to write a Resume . I listened it so many times , It stills echos in my head ...”Guys no typos, because i will throw those Resumes through the window” lol🙅🏻♂️📚🚪 😳
Hahaha amazing!! I hope you get the bee internship - keep me updated!
I love nature and science, I’m thinking of going into environmental science in college. Do you know anything about being a park ranger?
And is it hard to get a job with an environmental science degree?
Its usually a really competitive job, the pay varies depending on each state. I’d do some research on it :)
Was worried coming into this that'd I'd regret my 2 choices for my major, already submitted application😂, but I'm glad I decided to go the ecology route over forestry. Now I have to make the final decision on my major and I'm torn between "Conservation Ecology" and "Biodiversity and Ecology" struggling to find the differences/ don't know which one to pick. If anyone has any advice or pointers on either major it would be much appreciated❤️
At this point I'm leaning towards Conservation Ecology but idk I don't want to regret not picking the other later on. I guess I have a lot of research to do
I hope you made your choice and are happy with it!! I am going for a very similar degree, only in my associate stages now. Wishing you luck on the journey! They are so similar, hopefully you enjoy the hands on work you get to do! If not, the other is just a few courses away. I’m worried too but finding this girls video, and reading the comments, has calmed me down haha
What is your opinion a fisheries and wildlife science degree with a minor in biology or environmental science? Or vice versa
I am a senior in high school, I live in a third world country so I do have limits when it comes to selecting majors, I am not sure what I want to specialize in right now sometimes I like toxicology, urban planning or climate change research (work as a professor), we only have two majors like environmental science or/and environmental management. I have been confused which one should I go for?
From those three potential specialization I think you would be fine with either. General rule of thumb is that a “science” degree would be more technical, more lab work and more hard sciences, while “management” degrees would be more real world scenarios, policy, law, alongside some science too. So if you wanted to do urban planning or an office type job environmental management would be a good choice, academia and toxicology I would go with enviro science. To decide between those three think about which working scenario you would be happiest in - in an office in a reliable 9-5 job, in a lab, in a university teaching? They’re all quite different
This has really answered my questions
Thanks
Thanks for the video. I am honestly still thinking about this since I am interested in science and nature but have always loved studying and researching animals. I am just unsure Of what path (for masters degree and for the future) I want to take, since I haven’t had a lot of experience with animals (or on focusing my goal).
Hi, I'm a 15 year old high schooler with a big passion for wildlife and also exercise.
My dream is to study zoology but a question I have that stresses me out is, will I have time to workout every week? Can I continue my passion for the gym or any form of exercise?, second question is I'm not someone looking for a 24/7 office job, how much on average do you spend in the wild you should say? Do you sit by a computer most the time? Which jobs spend less time in the wild? And do wildlife biologist spend most their time in the office?
If i study wildlife conservation, can i become a wildlife biologist?
My major will be Natural Resource Ecology and Wildlife Management
i needed your channel three years ago ... now i am stuck with computer science and i have only discovered i hate sitting for long time "especially in front of screens"
Its never too late 😉
Very informative video. I myself am not really that interested in a career in wildlife biology, but I am curious about all the different careers that could come out of these programs. I like life/earth science but am not very interested in the medical field. Right now I am looking into geology and agronomy. Maybe another video on careers in life/earth science??
I am planning another video on careers for environmental majors with new careers I haven’t talked about so I’ll add those two to the list!
@@kristina_lynn Thank you so much! Love your videos btw
Such a good video thank you!
Your the most helpful TH-camr I know!!!
Thank you I’m so glad!
This was super helpful! I do have a question in regards to looking for colleges though. I know this situation might make it more tricky, but I work a full-time job 3 days a week and my schedule flips ends of the week every 3 months, therefore my schedule needs to be flexible. I figured the best/possibly only way to accommodate this is to look for an online college with the degree in looking for. The only thing I've realized about this is that unless I'm looking at a local college's options, I really don't know where else to look. So basically I'm looking for advice on how to know what college's have good and credible programs/ degrees.
Or if you possibly have recommendations of any schools to look into.
If you’re in the US, you could look at the flagships for different states. Examples: Indiana University, University of South Carolina, University of Washington, etc.
You help me so much, thank you
I want to do marine biology but I want to try to study more like wildlife like from land to sea and travel it's kind of like the tv show wild kratts like how they meet and see different animals and ecosystem like what animal lives here and how do they live and see what they do everyday and how they live their lives in the wild
My school only offers zoology :( so I have to do it over wildlife biology
0:49 I’m looking on information that can help me narrow down the specific path inside of ecology. I want to hit the ground running but have no idea where to start. I do seem to be leaning towards restoration and or rewilding
you're amazing thank you!
very good information ...many thanks
I am confused between wildlife biology and ecology. What do you think is best and well paid?
Is it possible to study any of these as a masters course, after getting a law degree and still become a wildlife biologist? Or is a bachelors in an environmental field a prerequisite?
Im a second year college student and Im currently a Biology major. I have to take courses such as Cell Bio, Genetics, General Ecology before I can take electives that specialize in environmental sciences and ecology type courses for my last 4 or 5 semesters. Would you say that would be sufficient for jobs in the wildlife biology field? I also plan on pursuing a masters degree in some environmental science although I don't know what I would choose.
ANOTHER QUESTION PLEASE what if I was interested in looking at the stuff other people have braught back from the field. What kind of job would that be? I think I would like gathering things myself but I'm scared of camping alone lol
Marissa Custer hmmm mostly we just bring back samples so I think that would fall in line with lab technician! But I definitely don’t camp alone or anything like that, I don’t even camp overnight and I am usually not in the field even during the day alone
My school only offers either a biology degree or an environmental sciences (BS) Degree. I want to be a wildlife biologist, but I'm scared that since these degrees are so general and broad I wouldn't be able to compete for the job. My questions are:
1.) Which degree should I pursue?
2.) How can I make myself stand out amongst all the other applicants?
This is a great video!! What do you think about studying Wildlife Biology at the University of Montana? That's been my plan for 3-4 years now, just curious if you've heard anything about their wildlife program :)
Yes I’ve heard that’s a great program! I have seen some of the research students and professors there have done and it’s impressive!
The school I’ve been looking at has a ecology and fisheries program (for some reason they’re together as one program?) How do you think that would work for jobs later on down the road? They also have a lot of similar sounding programs such as ecological restoration,environmental studies,etc
Ecology and fisheries is a weird combo but that’s fine! As I mentioned mine was “ecology behaviour and evolution” so sometimes there’s some interesting combos, but I’ll bet that degree is probably mostly ecology work anyways so most similar to an ecology degree. If you’re unsure about a bunch of similar programs, try to track down a list of all the coursework needed for each major. Sometimes lists of courses can help you decide to see how relevant or technical the degree looks.
I am doing my bsc in zoology.Can I pick ecology for my master's degree??is it a good idea?please let me know 🙃
I’m working towards a BA in biology at my university which allows for way more biology electives and less chemistry/physics. I hope to use those extra biology elective credits in the form of ecology related coursework and a semester abroad in Australia with CIEE. Will the “BA in biology” detract employers or will my specific classes and study abroad opportunities (I’m also doing field research next semester) help me just as much as an ecology degree?
Let's say I got an M.S. in enviro bio, are there "official" certifications I can get to be specialized in wildlife bio having not majored in it?
What is (Environmental science) Applied Ecology? How is it different from (Biological science) Ecological, Evolutionary, & Organismal
Biology?
All i want is to work with animals and get a good salary. I'm transferring to University of California San Diego (UCSD)
Do a environmental science major specializing in forestry, fisheries and wildlife. Help me for wildlife biologist or conservation biologist, also is it specifying too early.
THANKYOU SO MUCH
Hey! I’m currently in school for an associate of science in biology, and will be transferring credits to a bachelor’s in Biology OR Ecology was always my goal. It seems you are more encouraging that Ecology is more of a broad study for jobs, while the Biology degree would be a bit basic. That has me concerned, but it makes sense because of the hands on work you get with ecology classes. I am curious what your advice would be, I am not good in math..getting a tutor soon. I want to finish my science degree with a minor in conservation, and hopefully take plenty of extra courses for management experience as well. I’ve also had a few years of volunteer work, and will be doing a co-op program with my school next year. I don’t even know if I’m on the right track anymore. Advisors during COVID are impossible, whether it’s to contact them- or even have them make sense of my schedule. I need to have better guidance on my graduation plan 🧐
I intend to transfer to Nothern Michigan Univeristy they have SO many biology and other general majors:
- Outdoor recreation leadership and management major
- Fisheries and wildlife management major
- environmental studies and sustainability major
- environmental science major
- biology major - Zoology concentration
- biology major - Physiology concentration
- biology major - Microbiology concentration
- biology major - General biology concentration
- biology major - Ecology concentration
- biology major - Botany concentration
-biology major
You did not mention anything about conservation and my question is which major I should choose to have a career where I may learn to sail/scuba/fly/shoot/protect or care for wildlife in sanctuaries or parks/fix habitat loss in the field. I want to see new places and learn new things could you tell me which major I should choose? I'm currently on the zoology track. Sorry for the long comment hope you respond.😁
Holy crap that's a lot of majors! For the field work you described, I would pick one of these ones:
- Fisheries and wildlife management major
- environmental science major
- biology major - Zoology concentration
- biology major - Ecology concentration
- biology major - Botany concentration
Hope that helps! Conservation majors are similar to natural resource management and how I described it in this video. Definitely would be a good choice too.
@@kristina_lynn thanks so much for the input your vids have helped me a lot over the past few months I'd love to see a video on building a resume for a wildlife biology type job and congrats on the new conservation job
Help I don't know what to study in college, I want a job that involves reaserching and conservation of botany and zoology, I don't know whether ecology or Wildlife biology would be better, I only have a year left to choose
I would pick ecology if you're undecided if you want to study wildlife or plants! I would also check out to see if there's any volunteer opportunities near you that might help you decide (like an animal sanctuary, nature reserve etc)
so very helpful!
Still confused.. Hays.. Im stuck between zool and ecol
Is there any field jobs where u come home almost every night? I love nature and I dont want to be stuck at a desk forever. Now fully sure what degree I should go for. Any suggestions?
The best place to look for field jobs where all field work is only day trips is city and county government biologist jobs!
Hi Kristina. I study Environmental Biology. Is it the same as Environmental Science or Biology?
What do you think about Conservation Biology? Could it be a good choice? Because I'm really into these kind of studies and I'd like to work in marine and/or land parks and maybe with threatened animals, I'm currently studying Natural Sciences and I have to choose a master but I'm not sure yet :/
what would you recommend for someone who wants to work with and rescue marine life but not necessarily in that marine biology way? it took me a while to realize marine biology was not necessarily working with the animals hands on!
There are some positions available on the coast as maybe a marine mammal rescue Center manager or founder, or doing oil spill response for oiled wildlife. It’s competitive and often very low paid though! An alternative to look into is wildlife veterinary work or marine biologist jobs that involve tagging wildlife as they often work hands on with them in that way. Most hands on contact though is minimized as it often harms and stresses out the animal.
My Masters will be Natural Resource Ecology Management or Zoology I will have plenty of time to decide
I’m getting a bachelors in Natural Resource with a minor/concentration on Fisheries and wildlife. My question is, is working as a veterinary assistant in a specialty hospital good experience in general for this type of stuff or should I be pursuing a different job?
A vet assistant isn't the most applicable experience compared to an animal sanctuary, nature reserve, or something working directly with wildlife versus working with pets, but it's good experience to put on your resume to show you have experience with customer service, a clinical environment, and working with animals. Also, some wildlife biologists work directly with vets to tranquilize wildlife and fit radio collars or take samples so if you want to do that some vet experience is useful. It wouldn't be my first choice though if you get an opportunity to do something a bit more wildlife related I would take that.
Kristina Lynn thank you!
I want a job that pays well that also allows me to be outside and not stuck in an office
What should I pick if I want to specialize in working on the laws of exotic animals.
You could look into an environmental lawyer or environmental policy education route
If I study an associates in biology is it possible to enter the trade even as an undergraduate, I want to be a wildlife Biologist....
If you had the choices between biology and a wildlife and fisheries degree which would you choose if your goal is wildlife biology.
Hi mam, I would to like study m.sc wildlife biology, is the best way to careers?
I am currently majoring in "Field Ecology" which is in my schools department of Environmental and Plant biology. Tbh, I am still trying to figure out what that means as a sophomore. I would like to work in conservation as a land stewardship manager or something. I think I could always do surveying commercially if nothing else... But for me it's kind of hard to predict specific jobs that will be available to me. Like most people I just want to work outside and make enough money to be comfortable, maybe travel a bit?
It’s good to be open too! I didn’t have a huge choice of exactly what I did starting out because jobs were so competitive I took what sounded interesting and then learned more at my first jobs to better target exactly what I wanted to do.
I like your videos!
i want to be a ecologist/wildlife biologist but there is not that degree in my country, and i have no money to go to other country to study that :( there is only biology in general and zootechnie
you can make it work with those degrees, just make sure to try to find some wildlife related research, volunteer work, co-op/internship/student job relating to wildlife if you can
I’m still making my mind if I should choose biology with an ecology/evolution/behavior option or environmental science with a conservation and biodiversity option