About the role
Ethologists are specialists in animal behavior and study the interactions of animals with each other and their environment. They may have an academic background in biology, zoology, or a similar scientific discipline. Research and field studies are central parts of ethologists' work to understand animal behavior patterns.Responsibilities
Ethologists observe and analyze animal behavior in natural or controlled environments. They document their observations, develop hypotheses, and conduct experiments to test these. Report writing and publishing research findings are also important tasks for ethologists.Skills and tools
Ethologists need good knowledge of scientific methodology, statistics, and data analysis. They often use technical equipment to observe and record animal behaviors. Communication and presentation skills are important for sharing research results with the scientific community and the public.