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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

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.

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This source lists 14 tasks, including 12 marked Core and 2 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2026.

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Core · Task 1493 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.

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Core · Task 1496 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

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.

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Core · Task 23957 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Develop, or make recommendations on, management systems and plans for wildlife populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to explore options.

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Core · Task 1492 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for industry.

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Core · Task 1497 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Study characteristics of animals, such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life histories, diseases, development, genetics, and distribution.

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Core · Task 18615 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.

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Core · Task 1499 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural surroundings.

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Core · Task 23958 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Conduct literature reviews.

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Core · Task 1501 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Coordinate preventive programs to control the outbreak of wildlife diseases.

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Core · Task 18616 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws, and notify law enforcement when violations are identified.

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Core · Task 1498 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Perform administrative duties, such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo staff.

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Core · Task 1494 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them.

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Supplemental · Task 1502 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Prepare collections of preserved specimens or microscopic slides for species identification and study of development or disease.

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Supplemental · Task 1504 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under microscope.

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