DAY IN THE LIFE OF A WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST // Habitat Assessments

Come with me on a day in my life to see how I complete wildlife habitat assessments and other environmental science field work. I will also show you a peek into my field journal and what kind of data I gather in the field as a wildlife biologist in order to support the conservation of endangered species and their habitat.
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[@kristina_lynn]

What would be your favorite animal to see in the field? Comment below!

[@rodriguez7198]

Ellephants!

[@federicaarosio4945]

Maybe wolves :) Love your videos!

[@fashionovawigs]

Buffalo or other big herbivores

[@williamgentry3969]

Snakes

[@williamgentry3969]

Any type

[@EhkoolIsMyName]

Going through high school I knew I wanted to be a Wildlife Biologist, currently I'm going through my second year of college and was starting to have my doubts in the career field and actually came upon your channel in the middle of deciding whether or not I should change majors. Ended up finding out that you went to the exact same University as me AND graduated with the same major, just wanted to let you know that hearing your story was inspiration enough for me to keep going with my original plan :)

[@kristina_lynn]

Oh that’s so amazing!! It’s a small world, but I think you’re the first EBE major ive ran into outside of school though ☺️☺️

[@IdiotWithEducation]

How’s it going for you? I also want to become one and am curious what it’s like

[@ahmadashraf7405]

How's it going now?

[@christinabutterfield1801]

Omg I want to do this for a living

[@paytonaverre6186]

Same

[@themomandpopyoutubeshop923]

Then just do it

[@elsie4802]

yeah same, but i worry that i'm not smart enough to be able to get a job in the field ): do you need to be good at math to study wildlife biology?

[@themomandpopyoutubeshop923]

you probably dont need to use it but you probably still need good grades

[@elsie4802]

​@@themomandpopyoutubeshop923 well i just need to study a lot then lol, currently im just trying to pass the class

[@ashleybrambles5937]

I'm in school to be a wildlife biologist, your videos always give me so much motivation towards the big picture💛

[@hello.8691]

this one of my dream jobs lol i just wanna lay down watch animals do their stuff, write it down and be their friend

[@amirmohammadganji485]

This inspires me. I’ve always wanted to be a zoologist/ wildlife biologist.THIS is what I want to do with my life!

[@Shadow-fn3ij]

I’ve finally found my group of people ❤ I want to be a biologist 🍀💚🌿

[@gibberish2972]

This looks like my dream job 🌟😍

[@jrewing1512]

This is my career goal. I'm also going to be a herpetologist. This is my plan.

[@savannahclaytor7987]

JR Ewing same or an neurosurgeon

[@jrewing1512]

@@savannahclaytor7987 Hope you get there.

[@emmageiselman7914]

what is a herpetologist ??

[@jrewing1512]

@@emmageiselman7914 Someone who studies snakes.

[@JaydenL.]

@@jrewing1512 not snakes only EVERY REPTILE

[@Adventure.Ed.EcoFit]

Great vid Kristina!! Keep up the great work. Really like how candid the style is

[@bishop8435]

This is actually such a good video. I'm about to start my schooling in Wildlif Biology and while I was looking for videos on this, Kristina kept coming up. Super fun video, and just cements my goal and want to be in this field.

[@michaelbruno1134]

Thank you for the video. You really got me thinking about becoming a wildlife biologist.

[@SiLovesNature]

I love birds and natures and writing and travel. I’m going into senior year of high school and it’s getting time to crack down on what I want to do, and this sounds like what I want from life. Awesome video!

[@luiguiluigui6913]

My dream job😍 , I’m doing zoology program!! Can’t wait!!! ♥️

[@SustainabilityWithMaddy]

Your videos were so helpful in my journey to having a career in sustainability. Thank you for all you do!

[@thejollydwarf2275]

I actually am a Freshman year in College, but I made the mistake of choosing Engineering. I've always loved studying things and I've craved science, and knowledge in terms of Ecology and Biology for so, So long. I'm preparing to switch to Biology, and I'm so happy I found this channel. This is the exact kind of life I want! Thank you

[@lewlouis9403]

I just saw this rn but how’s it going so far? It’s my second semester in college but I’m majoring in child and adolescent development, I have always loved children and nature but I have no idea what I would do if I worked with nature in the future, any tips?

[@user-hl9pn7xk2k]

How you have changed your stream from Engineering to Wildlife Biology?

[@cloudysea92]

Maybe you will be able to give me advice. So i really like biology, i do. But i also love astronomy, so I've taken computer science maths as my stream for my last two years of highschool. But I'm having doubts, like you. Because i do love wildlife and studying about wildlife. I don't know what to do, I've already started school.

[@thrivehomegarden]

Love your passion for the great outdoors and wildlife 😎

[@YJ-7]

I'm super happy that I found your channel as I'm hoping to study wildlife biology / zoology or something in that field at Queen Mary Uni ( their course is epic) and your channel made me extra sure and steadfast in accomplishing my dream of being a wildlife rehabilitator.

[@juhifathima4484]

I would say that strangers on KZbin and other online resources are helping me getting more knowledge of my dream and my passion. I would really love to work with wildlife in my future (I just graduated sophomore which is the 10th grade in India) I really have a long way to go and a lot of things will come on my way but your channel has helped me get some great knowledge about this field. Thank you so much and I would love to see more content like this. Hope you accomplish everything you've been working for, Lynn. Thanks a lot once again!💞

[@Gigilovehugs]

Thanks for posting I just changed my major to Wildlife Biology I am so excited 😊❤

[@serenalovely8658]

You are such an inspiration ❤️ I’ve been really struggling in Chem and your videos really help keep me stay motivated because I know this is what I’ll be doing in just a few years. If you ever had time to mention in a video how you survived Chem or some study tips for it that would be amazing! Keep up the great work you’ll be at 10,000 soon enough! You are inspiring so many people to keep pushing towards their dreams ❤️☀️🌱

[@kristina_lynn]

Thank you!!! God chem was so awful for me lol but a study tips video is such a good idea. Thanks!

[@nellinthegarden7172]

Check out Melissa Marabel on youtube she makes really good Chem videos.

[@Ara_Ara2]

All your videos are so inspiration and beautiful ❤️, I also love the intro

[@essanolet7244]

I just wanted to say thank you for this great video. I just started working as a biological technologist and have been trying to decide what I wanted to advance in with university. Definitely going with ecology with a focus on wildlife biology :)

[@professorthanos1138]

This is awesome! Biology is great!

[@reddrago8274]

All your videos are really inspiring that I thank you for sharing. I'm a college student who just got his associates in Biology and will soon go to University for my bachelors in Biology, I hope to become a great Wildlife Biologist just like you and travel this world studying and helping animals in anyway I can.

[@prosenjitmistry2169]

I always wanted to be wildlife biologist and Adventurer . Inspired by Coyote Peterson.

[@kristinrutherford8779]

omg I just discovered this gem, love your channel

[@annaemmons3490]

I have never had any clue what I wanted to do with my life but a bit ago I saw a thing and then I kinda felt it. I figured out that this is what I want to do. I’m going to look into it more but It feels right and it feels like I finally have a purpose.

[@elsie4802]

Yeah I was so happy when I found out that a job like this exists. I'm a bit worried though because I'm currently in art school and I don't know what is required to continue studying wildlife biology after..

[@omarshishani5899]

It was cool seeing your handwritten notes!

[@maxwellwillis8729]

This video is extremely informative!

[@evalingarcia2035]

Came across your channel while doing research for a science project and I absolutely love it! Looking forward to more of your videos

[@kristina_lynn]

Welcome!

[@xstrange_potret]

Beautiful job,i like adventure in the jungle

[@artsome]

Nice! thanks for sharing

[@roiferreach100]

I really enjoyed watching and very inspiring. I just found my dream career I want to be with nature taking care of it for a living, just sad for me I am not that young to begin with and full of responsibilities now. Keep inspiring.

[@emilyrobertson2704]

This was awesome! Can you share safety tips for being alone for field work? As fun as it looks to be outside observing nature I also get paranoid/afraid about the dangers of wildlife and nature especially if doing it alone like you were. Just an idea for future video!

[@kristina_lynn]

Yes this is highly requested so it will be soon 😊 This is a rare day I was alone because I was so close to a road but field safety is so important!

[@anayansib.1245]

Yes, I even think about a person following.

[@ivanpinto2080]

one thing I learned from the vid that made me so much calmer, we have the same handwriting :)

[@amytaylor1078]

Our 3rd grade class would like to see more ducks! We also request a video about endangered animals in our area (we are in the PNW too!). We really liked the video and are excited to see more. We are studying wildlife biologists in science.

[@subendrashandru897]

From my young stages I was in eager to become and wildlife biologist after watching this video I confirmed to become and wildlife biologist. From small years I love animals especially carnivores .

[@mandalaytreasure8882]

I am now 13 and I've always wanted to work with animals when I grow up. I especially want to be either a marine biologist or a wildlife biologist! I am trying my best to learn a lot about animals from a young age.

[@batmanjohnson5982]

You can do it! :)

[@kahiraaa]

I'm 13 too!!

[@emmageiselman7914]

me too !!

[@lac31]

Nature is beautiful as like you :)

[@leekleek373]

It looks really beautiful there 🍃🐦🌲🏞💙 How you assess the environment around you is really cool!

[@leekleek373]

I just noticed your orange cat peacefully sleeping in the background! AWWW! 😻

[@kristina_lynn]

Thank you! I think it’s cool too. And yes tiger is such a sweet boy 🐯

[@topic260]

I want to do this so I can go to amazing places and see wonderful nature

[@ricktyricktywrecked5777]

"In ecology all things are connected and come together" --Post doctoral Ecologist approves--

[@kaelanmacaulay1943]

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[@graceroberts2564]

This is all super interesting to me! Next year i plan on going to K-State University to pursue a career in Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation biology. Thank you for sharing this. The world is so beautiful. Where did you get your major from?

[@cassilynjaecks2885]

Omg THIS is my dream. Has been my dream since I was in 1st grade.

[@user-uo8ym4vi6t]

I'm a Korean and I want to be a wildlife biologist or zoologist I want to study abroad actually there are very few departments related to animals in Korea. So I want to know about the university where wildlife is famous. I want to work in many countries. I'm wondering where you work and what did you learn in your college

[@user-hn7hi6kk7m]

1년전 댓이지만 전 지금 같은 마음으로 최근 정보를 찾아보고 있어요. 혹시 현재 찾으신 곳이나 나라가 있나요?

[@nemosdiary8271]

Love from Kolkata, India ❤️🇮🇳

[@rotarymazda1028]

My dream was to be just like you but my dads comany close i count continued my dream i left school to help out my family wen i was a fresh man seen people like you make me happy because i know that some els also cares thank you

[@unchaindglory]

Great video! also im curious, did you travel far from home to do this research?

[@JustaRandomguy1]

i'm soo jealous! i want that job

[@alecwilcox6549]

I’m graduating this year in wildlife biology. Would love to contact you! 😊

[@independentsoul3705]

When you earn your bachelor degree is it allowed to be used in other states

[@Matt28651]

@@independentsoul3705 yes

[@sugandspice9397]

I’m thinking of changing my major to wildlife biology but I’m so nervous about all the math in it. I love animals so much though

[@sayobeth]

I can't decide if I want to be a marine biologist or a wildlife biologist:(

[@eramfatima8714]

Yeah me too

[@damonhardy6793]

My sister is a marine biologist and I'm in school to be a wildlife biologist

[@ladybugjournal40]

Which do you enjoy more, being on land or being in the water? Also- what animals do you find the most interesting? I wanted to be a wildlife biologist my entire life (I actually graduate in two weeks with the degree, I’m so excited) and when people asked me why I didn’t go into marine biology, these were basically what I answered: I prefer being out in the woods watching animals there rather than being on a boat or scuba diving. Also I have always been fascinated by mammalian predators and amphibians. I still love sea animals and love interacting with them, I just enjoy land animals more. I hope it helps 😊

[@jordansistena4662]

@@ladybugjournal40 omg congratulations! I’m interested in going to school to become a wildlife biologist and I just wanted to ask you if a lot of math was involved in this career-that’s like the only thing keeping me from making a decision. Also does this career involve traveling a lot? Or are you confined to a single area your entire career? Sorry for all the questions I am very curious

[@ladybugjournal40]

@@jordansistena4662 ​ @Jordan Sistena I definitely understand the math question as that's where I struggle as well and was a major concern of mine getting into all of this. There is some math involved as statistics is a part of the job. However, I find that it is manageable. When I took a class on biological data was actually the moment math started to get easier for me because someone finally put it into something I was going to use... not all of the 'imaginary numbers' and math theory stuff that still doesn't make sense to me. As for the traveling it really depends on the job you get. Most of the time you start out getting seasonal jobs and internships before getting a solid permanent position, however this isn't always the case. When you do get a permanent job it can sometimes move around a bit, either around a state or country. Though a lot of permanent jobs are long term research projects of a specific species or area. Hope this helps, and stay curious! :)

[@409raul]

I don't know what's more beautiful, the forest or her. Can't say the same about her handwriting though

[@Wildlifeimpulse]

Nice video, also nice to just do it in your free time.

[@kristina_lynn]

Thanks for acknowledging that ❤️ it’s sometimes tough to prioritize videos but I love seeing people’s response to them

[@rikiverseeee]

I want to be: Zoologist Exotic Animal Veterinarian Wildlife Biologist Or Marine Biologist

[@kimxyronemorales1547]

Ey I like your video 🤗

[@tyshawnharvey6514]

I live studying animals as a kid I catch and study animals as well

[@darrylp9857]

Would this be something done every day? And do you have a stable living situation or are you always traveling?

[@pride1936]

I can't wait till when I start working

[@gagancn2650]

what programs do you use to collect and record your data??

[@deraelevans222]

I’m stuck choosing between wildlife biologist and botany I don’t mind being out in the field or doing research you have any tips or insight to help me out?

[@X_explorer]

Amazing channel!

[@kristina_lynn]

Thanks for the visit!

[@hscreativeandentertainment3696]

Even I am working to be a wildlife biologist

[@dahlias9135]

Hey Kristina just want to say I've been a long time subscriber and I've always loved and look forward to your videos. They're really informative and inspirational ❤️ You've helped me decide to major in Ecology and Evolutionary Bio and pursue Wildlife Biology as my career. I was wondering if you could give me a ratio of how much time you spend in the field versus being in the office and doing computer work. :)

[@kristina_lynn]

Yay so exciting! Thank you for sharing. In this job I only do ~10% of my time or less in the field. My last job I did more like 75%.

[@dahlias9135]

@@kristina_lynn What types of jobs positions are primarily focused on field research instead of office work? Thank you again for being so helpful! :))

[@gachaheart2.0]

Who else wants to be a biologist for animals and PLANTS I feel like plants don’t get the love and protection they need

[@nickmartin123456]

Everybody thinks that wildlife surveying is about the big animals, but in reality you need to able to ID birds and plants more than anything. Especially in places with lots of invasive plants and multiple local threatened plant species.

[@WILD__THINGS]

Hi! I just found your channel today and I love your videos! There is so much I would love to hear from you but one big question I'm wondering is how do you balance your emotional/spiritual connection with nature with your more logical oriented side? Another way to ask the question would be how do you get any "work" done when you must want to just savor the experience and play freely?

[@kristina_lynn]

Great question! I take time for myself even at work. I definitely have to get through the number of kilometres/surveys by the end of the day but I do take breaks in nature to just enjoy. Some examples are I’ll take a long time to watch a bird nest, or animals playing, so it’s half work and half enjoyment. Also, in the summers I enjoy picking wild fruits so I do that as I walk.

[@user-zi8oq2fd9g]

Can I get a work like yours with an environmental science major or do i hace to be more specific, like a zoology or wildlife biology major?

[@muscleinthekitchen]

beautiful places good job I am inspired by you ... 1st semester passed :-D

[@muhammadzulqernain5877]

Bro kis uni se ho ?

[@jariusscott6166]

Does where you live, like for instance Florida, dictate on what animals you study?

[@Aydenteee]

Kristian Lynn, May you give me advice on how you become a wildlife biologist? Is it hard or easy? Do you travel lots? Do you get paid enough? Is it an enjoyable job? (Please answer those questions,I’ll appreciate it) Oh what classes do you take to become one?

[@nsksnzjxjx5203]

Why do globulins pass into the blood without being filtered from the kidney even though they are small molecules?

[@JesseJames-qn9os]

ZEST COAST: I LIVE IN VANCOUVER CANADA SAME AREA I GUESS AND HAVE A WILDLIFE/FORESTRY CONSERVATION DIPLOMA ACCREDITED GOOD WORLDWIDE

[@Tom.Handy1]

I want to do somthing to do with biology an what exactly is wildlife biology

[@jenpatrick4741]

My daughter is wanting to go to college to do this.

[@bobthepirate911]

did you get a drone?

[@SireeshaVangala]

What are your favorite places you would suggest to me, a person just starting out would be the best places to start out on a wildlife observation path.

[@taiheart37]

Im a freshmen in college and undeclared, but I always know that I like nature and animals. But my college only has environmental studies and biology. Do you know what jobs career i could get with these two degrees?

[@anupamkumar4362]

Hello Kristina, what's the maximum age bracket to study masters in wildlife conservation. Is 40 + age a bad idea ... in case I did my masters at 44 will I have any chances to secure a job considering the current employement scenario and newly passout grads?

[@lilchromozome]

To get a job as a wildlife biologist do you only have to major in Biology or is the major more specific?

[@actionbill13]

Toronto girl, cadence is unmistakeable

[@kristina_lynn]

I'm from california!

[@sajidk8850]

Cute video

[@dominickuria2611]

I am in a place with not that many animals what should l do

[@thanveerpthanvi9549]

Hi iam thanveer from India. I have completed my higher studies.now i want to choose my career path. So i want to follow my passion.... When i was young itself i was totally an outdoor gay, not like other members of my family. But i am in india ,people are not much supportive to choose a career outdoor...i don't know why,but i want a career in outdoor which can kept me closer towards nature.

[@itzelmontalvo6645]

Where is that located? Can one go there for vacation?

[@fluttershypi]

do you think this job would be good for someone who is a military spouse

[@cheriaguilar4904]

IM HEREEE SORRY IM LATE

[@kristina_lynn]

Welcome welcome 😊

[@adityaanurag7682]

Which course I should do to become wildlife biologist

[@kristipaul8237]

Do you just encounter a lot of birds everyday through your work or do you get to see other animals frequently too? I don't know if i want to be a zoologist or wild life conservationist but i want to be most involved with animals in their habitats. Thank you!!

[@kristina_lynn]

I definitely see more birds than I do bears, wolves, cougars...however, the signs of other inhabitants of the forest are all around you :) fairly common to see bear rub trees, caribou tracks but not see the individual who left it.

[@haroldmcpherson880]

Can i do this with a bachelors degree in wildlife conservation

[@jecolibri1803]

Hey, comparing a CAWA and a MAMU is like comparing apples and oranges. I was hoping you'd say why the habitat of a CAWA was different from that of a YEWA - or something more interesting like that. XD

[@kevisaur9889]

Was this all in one day?

[@brittneybillman5728]

Do you feel like having a professional photo setup for wildlife or a drone license would help with job opportunities?

[@kristina_lynn]

Not unless it was for a wildlife photography or maybe a non-profit communications position. I've never had any need to take professional photos of wildlife outside of my KZbin channel/social media. Drone could be more useful as they're sometimes used by surveyors but still not that common as there are restrictions around their use to study wildlife.

[@eillync01]

Are you afraid you might encounter a wolf or a bear and you are all by yourself? Have you had any experiences like that? What do you do if that happens? Love your videos! I am struggling to choose between Marine Biology and Zoology (I like what you do as a wildlife biologist) to study at uni in Canada next year. Was marine animals part of your course when you did your undergrads? Thank you :)

[@estelarodriguez7933]

Hello, I am a freshman in college and I'm also struggling to choose between marine biology and zoology. I was wondering if you figured it out?

[@eillync01]

@@estelarodriguez7933 Yes...I ended up choosing something completely different -> Interactive Media Design. I'd like to help researchers in the future to spread awareness about nature and how we are destroying it. Hope you figure it out soon.

[@Deewonderfullife]

Hi where is this ?

[@sophiafortain5135]

Can you go into more detail about what you do at work when you aren't in the field?

[@somebodyandthem]

Gis

[@syess]

This what i wanna be

[@s0fiaq387]

Hi .i reaaaaally love what u do❤im actually a student now i have i year more to finish it and go to college. I love to help this world become a better place, do ath to reduce co2,help animals , protect forests and... Idk which field to choose to study and what job. I'll be really happy if u help me get through my confusion.🌸❤

[@elsie4802]

wow same!! i found that a wildlife biologist would be my dream job, but im also very passionate about art. i'm currently in art school and thinking about studying wildlife biology abroad afterwards, but i worry that im not smart enough to work in the field ): also i have no idea how to transition from an art program to studying biology, what the qualifications are etc.. ugh it's rly confusing, i would love to talk w u if you want

[@s0fiaq387]

@@elsie4802 oh my Goddd i live art too🥺i love music theater and everything ofcource i would live to talk to u😍

[@nicolestacey225]

Are you from Canada?

[@Rawwwwboyyyy]

How much did u get paired for this particular job

[@robharris3481]

the upper east fork of the Illinois River NEEDS You and Yor INSIGHTS.