Are you intrigued by how living things interact with each other and their environment? Would you like to study these interactions at the level of individual beings, groups or ecosystems? Find out how to become an ecologist and start your wild career!

As an ecologist, you could help advance conservation biology; manage natural resources through sustainable agriculture, forestry or fisheries; plan sustainable, healthy cities; help others appreciate nature; and much more.

Whether you’re an emerging ecologist, career switcher or simply exploring potential career paths, this guide will help you understand what ecologists do, and how you could become one.