A professional who studies basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions. Responsibilities include:

• May collect and analyze biological data to determine environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water areas, record data, and inform public, state, and federal representatives regarding test results.
• May prepare environmental impact reports.
• May specialize in research centering around particular plant, animal, or aspect of biology.
• May teach.
• May specialize in wildlife research and management and be designated Wildlife Biologist.