Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Zoologists are biologists who study animals. They often select a particular type of animal to study, and they may study an entire animal, one part or aspect of an animal, or a whole animal society or ecosystem. There are many areas of specialization from which a zoologist can choose, such as origins, genetics, characteristics, classifications, behaviors, life processes, and distribution of animals. There are approximately 21,000 zoologists and wildlife biologists employed in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
NoneOutlook
About as Fast as the AveragePersonality Traits
Curious
Organized
Scientific
Career Ladder
Head Curator or Administrator, or College Professor
Zoologist
Zookeeper
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