What are the tasks of a marine biologist?

Tasks and Duties. Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for industry. Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations. Analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them. read more

Perform administrative duties such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo or aquarium staff. Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural surroundings. read more