A professional who studies insects and their relation to plant and animal life. Responsibilities include:

• Identifies and classifies species of insects and allied forms, such as mites and spiders.
• Aids in control and elimination of agricultural, structural, and forest pests by developing new and improved pesticides and cultural and biological methods, including use of natural enemies of pests.
• Studies insect distribution and habitat and recommends methods to prevent importation and spread of injurious species.