The Animal Kingdom Cool Jobs
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Konrad Lorenz: Animal Psychologist
Students will learn about the field of animal psychology. The article describes the life and job of Konrad Lorenz. Lorenz faced hardships prior to facing success, so this article also…
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Interview with Tiffany Park, Gouldian Finch Breeder
Read about this interview with bird breeder Tiffany Park to learn more about what it's like to be on the job.
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George Adamson- Lions Best Friend
Who was George Adamson? He was a man who loved the lions. See why he devoted his life to lions and the wilderness of the Africa!
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SPCA Interview- who and what is the SPCA?
Can you guess the name of the organization that helps animals who are in need or have been abused? The Society for the Prevention of the Cruelty to Animals helps save the lives of man…
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Reptile Breeder
How do we make sure that certain reptiles do not become extinct and make them available as pets or for zoos? Reptile breeders produce a variety of different reptiles! Check out the co…
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Emergency Vet
What does a vet do? What do their jobs often entail. Vets are animal doctors who commit their lives to helping helpless creatures! Check out this video on emergency vets!
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A Day in the Life- Zoologist
Do you love the outdoors? Do you love the wildlife and finding out more about different animals? A career in zoology might just be what you are looking for! Find out what zoologists do!
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Herpetologist
Are you really interested in the lives and life cycle of reptiles and amphibians? Would you someday like to work with them more when you grow up? Check out what the job of a Herpetolo…
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Bart Weetjens: How I taught rats to sniff out land mines (Mammals)
He taught rats how to sniff out mines? How cool is that! Check out Bart Weetjan's journey through as a industrial engineer as he travleled through Africa!
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Audoubon – The Ornthologist
An ornthologist is someone who studies birds! Hear an ornthologist talk about his work!
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Casey Burns: Wildlife Biologist
Wildlife biologists like Casey Burns are focused on conserving wildlife and other natural resources. Read on to learn the lay of the land when it comes to conservation. What is y…
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Dr. Kenneth Krysko: Snake Scientist
What lurks in the sewers of New York City? Rats, sure...but, alligators? Dr. Krysko, Herpetologist was asked just that recently on an episode of MonsterQuest. When he's not helpin…
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Katrina McCauley, Zookeeper
Katrina McCauley always knew she wanted to work with animals, but the journey to becoming a Zookeeper wasn't easy. McCauley, armed with the educational background and ability to prom…