Wildlife Biologist 🌿🐾 by Chloe Bossler https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj en-us 2025-05-23 12:24:45 UTC 2025-06-05 12:32:45 UTC hello@padlet.com What do wildlife biologists do? bosslerc2 https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3464887870

  • Wildlife biologists study animals in their natural habitats

  • This includes biology, behavior, and their interaction with the environment

  • They often focus on conservation efforts and assess the impact of human development

  • Some work in the field, interacting directly with animals and their environment

  • Others conduct research in labs or teach others about wildlife biology

    • ]]>     2025-05-23 12:46:52 UTC https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3464887870     Educational Pathway bosslerc2 https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470935778 Major college courses:

    • Zoology

    • Ecology

    • Wildlife management

    • Conservation biology

    • Mammalogy - The study of mammals

    • Ornithology - The study of birds

    • Herpetology - The study of amphibians and reptiles


    Degrees needed:

    • A bachelor's degree in wildlife biology or zoology

    • A masters degree or PhD are needed for advanced roles and research areas within the field

    ]]>     2025-05-28 12:19:19 UTC https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470935778     Top Colleges/Universities bosslerc2 https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470936422 What makes a college/university my top choice?

    • Located on the east coast

    • Smaller, liberal arts

    • Strong art and/or science programs

    • Good school community

    Top college/university choices

    • University of Vermont - Good location, strong animal science programs, large school but not too large

    • Colby college - East coast, strong academics, small school, Environmental studies program

    • Vassar College - location, strong arts program, (opportunities to study both art and science), small school

    • University of New Hampshire - Location, strong environmental science programs


    ]]>     2025-05-28 12:20:01 UTC https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470936422     Current Event Article relevant to the field bosslerc2 https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470991325

  • 2009 a photo of a wild cat was taken in an Ecuadorian forest that scientists believed could be a new species

  • In 2024, the Clouded Tiger Cat was formally recognized as a new species thanks to the advancement of camera's and extensive research performed by wildlife biologists in the past decade

  • The Tiger Cats Conservation Initiative is run by wildlife biologists and was created to protect the tiger cat species through preserving their environment and monitoring the species

    • ]]>     2025-05-28 13:12:12 UTC https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470991325     AP Biology Topics bosslerc2 https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470995072 Animal form and function

    • Animals behavior is stimulated by sensory inputs that cause simple and complex behavior

    • Animal structure displays how animals have adapted to their environment, gaining traits that help them survive

    • Each species holds a specific place or niche in its environment, making each animal important to the function of the ecosystem

    Ecology

    • Ecology is the scientific study of the interactions between living organisms and their environment

    • Plants and animals share a complex relationship

    • Humans can have negative effects on the environment, and therefore protective measures must be taken to ensure wildlife is protected


    ]]>     2025-05-28 13:15:22 UTC https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470995072     Experience bosslerc2 https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470995223 National and State Parks

    • Working for National Parks provides an opportunity to teach others about the importance of protecting and respecting the environment

    • Opens up opportunities for field work and experience with wild animals

    Volunteer work

    • This can be done at zoos, rehabilitation centers, or even animal shelters

    • Indicates an interest in working with animals

    • You can gain experience without making a huge commitment

    ]]>     2025-05-28 13:15:31 UTC https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470995223     Works Cited bosslerc2 https://padlet.com/bosslerc2/qmrg2gdcrfz61dkj/wish/3470996399 https://www.environmentalscience.org/career/wildlife-biologist


    https://www.fs.usda.gov/working-with-us/biological-physical-resources/wildlifebio


    https://www.mynextmove.org/profile/summary/19-1023.00


    https://wildnet.org/discovering-the-clouded-tiger-cat/



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