A wildlife biologist needs to have an assortment of skills and education. Schooling is important and an interest in biology and science is handy. A Master's Degree in Wildlife Ecology or some type of related natural resources field is recommended. Competition for available positions is tough. A lot of interest creates a lot of competition for entry level jobs.
Every day is different.
One day you might be flying an eagle survey. The next day mending a downed section of fencing on your property or conducting a prescribed burn to restore prairies. The following day you might be setting up turkey registration stations followed by an evening talk to a sportsperson's association, hunter safety course or turkey education clinic. It's fun and a lot of work. Test your knowledge with our biologist's quizzler. .