Fisheries and Wildlife Science
What is Fisheries and Wildlife Science?
Fisheries and Wildlife Science focuses on the conservation and protection of fish, wildlife and their habitats. Typically the focus of study is on ecology, management, and conservation biology in terrestrial, aquatic and marine ecosystems. Public education of conservation practices and natural resources is a major focus for people interested in fisheries and wildlife science.
Fisheries and Wildlife - What Can I Do with This Degree? pdf - lists the industry areas, employers, and strategies for using your degree.
Related Careers
| Animal Behaviorist | Geological Surveyor |
| Animal Breeding Specialist | Habitat Restoration Specialist |
| Aquaculturist | Hatchery Operations Manager |
| Aquarian Operations Manager | Large Mammal Ecologist |
| Avian Ecologist | Marine Biologist |
| Conservation Assistant | Nature Center Manager |
| Conservation Biologist | Nature Educator |
| Conservation Scientist | Ornithologist |
| Ecological Assistant | Park Ranger |
| Endangered Species Biologist | Professor |
| Endangered Species Conservationist | Quality Assurance Manager |
| Entomologist | Research Technician |
| Environmental Consultant | Researcher |
| Environmental Educator | Scientific Filmmaker |
| Environmental Lawyer | Scientific Illustrator |
| Environmental Trainer | Seasonal Field Project Manager |
| Extension Service Agent | Stream Ecologist |
| Fish & Wildlife Law Enforcer | Taxonomist |
| Fisheries Biologist | Wetland Ecologist |
| Fishery Manager | Wildlife Biologist |
| Forest Ecologist | Wildlife Ecologist |
| Game Warden | Wildlife Manager |
| Gamekeeper | Zookeeper |
Related Skills
| Able to Work in Team Environment | Critical Thinking Skills | Recognize Social Influences on Nature |
| Analytical Skills | Interest in Conservation | Strong Background in Basic & Applied Science, & Ecological Principles |
| Communication Skills (Oral & Written) | Pratical Field Skills | Strong Initiative |
Job & Internship Search Links
USAJobs.gov - check out the Students and Recent Grads section and the Federal Jobs by College Major for a listing of job titles related to your major.
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Jobs
Careers at National Wildlife Federation
Environmental Jobs and Careers
The Wildlife Society Career Center
Career Planning Links
Occupational Outlook Handbook - The following links also provide a summary of the career, what they do, the work environment, how to become one, the job outlook, similar occupations and contacts for more information.
- Average Pay - Fishers and Related Fishing Workers
- Average Pay - Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
- Average Pay - Forest and Conseration Workers
- Average Pay - Farmers, Ranchers and Other Agricultural Workers
Explore Careers in Life Sciences
Planning a Career in Fish and Wildlife Management
Environmental Jobs and Careers
Professional Association Links
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Entomological Society of America
National Association of Environmental Professionals
Miscellaneous Links
Opportunities to Get Involved & Gain Experience
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