A herpetologist is a zoology professional specializing in the care and study of amphibians and reptile species, including snakes, frogs, lizards, alligators, and turtles. Their duties include conducting research in the wild or controlled science lab settings, conducting educational lectures and working with various species in zoological settings.
Un Herpetologist debe ser capaz de cumplir con varias funciones y responsabilidades. Las siguientes son algunas funciones y responsabilidades que un Herpetologist debe ser capaz de ejecutar:
- Maintaining reptile enclosures
- Assisting with venom extractions when researching snakes
- Feeding plants and animals in exhibits
- Creating plans for reptile husbandry
- Maintaining research databases
- Recording behavior, feeding data and husbandry data
Un Herpetologist competitivo tendrá ciertas habilidades y calificaciones, incluyendo:
- Strong research skills
- A bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or Ph.D to meet the educational requirements of your job opening
- Candidate is comfortable working with the public if the position includes educating others and hosting reptile and amphibian exhibits
- Ability to work independently if position entails field work or research
- Good critical thinking skills
- Candidate is comfortable working in various settings, such as research labs, outdoors, zoos and museums
