As of June 2026, Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists has an AI-exposure score of 53/100 (Elevated exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

53/100
Elevated exposure
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More exposed than 39% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$76,780. About 1,400 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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How you compare to similar Science roles

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (you)
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Your tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable

No automatable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as augmentable (100%).

Augmentable
  • 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.
  • Prepare collections of preserved specimens or microscopic slides for species identification and study of development or disease.
  • Study characteristics of animals, such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life histories, diseases, development, genetics, and distribution.
  • Analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them.
  • Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under microscope.
  • Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural surroundings.
  • Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws, and notify law enforcement when violations are identified.
  • Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for industry.
  • 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.
  • Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.
  • Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.
  • Conduct literature reviews.
  • Coordinate preventive programs to control the outbreak of wildlife diseases.
  • Perform administrative duties, such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo staff.
Durable

No durable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as augmentable (100%).

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