MidGrowing growth
Zookeeper
Care for animals in zoos and conservation centers
$30,000 – $55,000/yrFeed, enrich, and monitor animals while supporting breeding and conservation programs.
Highlights
Common tasks
Feed and care for animals, clean enclosures, conduct enrichment, and assist veterinary care.
Potential downsides
Low pay, physical demands, and emotional difficulty when animals die.
Skills
OrganizationResearchProblem solvingData analysisCritical thinkingPattern recognition
Interests
EnvironmentScienceTechnology
Industries
Sustainability
Work style
IndependentHands-onAnalytical
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