They may do their work in laboratories or out in the field. Many botanists are specialists in fields relating to botany, such as forestry, agriculture, or pharmacology. Ecologist Ecologists study the relationship of organisms to their environments. They deal with such concepts as distribution, populations, habitats, and diversity of plant and animal species. A large amount of their work is mathematical and analytical.
Ecologists also study the negative effects of human activities on the environment.
They plan activities such as tours, nature walks, and environmental education programs. Most outdoor recreation planners work at wildlife refuges and reserves. At ports of entry into the United States, wildlife inspectors examine shipping containers, live animals, wildlife products such as animal skins, and documents. Inspectors, who work closely with special agents, may seize shipments as evidence, participate in investigations, and testify in court. Zoologist Zoology is a branch of biology devoted to the study of animals.