Herpetologist
Your morning begins before dawn in the forests of Agumbe, Karnataka, with a head torch and field notebook, conducting visual encounter surveys for King Cobras and logging GPS coordinates of every individual sighted. Afternoons are spent at the research station preserving tissue samples in liquid nitrogen, entering field data into a population database, and preparing a camera-trap footage analysis for a paper on Malabar pit viper habitat use.
SALARY RANGE
₹3L - ₹12L /yr
DEMAND
2/10
GROWTH
4/10
STREAM
Science_PCB
SECTOR
Science
AVG SALARY (LPA)
₹7.5L
WFH POSSIBLE
No
TREND
Declining
Your Success Roadmap
Step 1: Clear 12th (PCB)
Clear 12th (PCB)
Step 2: B.Sc. in Zoology / Life Sciences
B.Sc. in Zoology / Life Sciences
Step 3: M.Sc. in Zoology with Wildlife Biology specialisation
M.Sc. in Zoology with Wildlife Biology specialisation
Step 4: Ph.D. in Herpetology / Ecology
Ph.D. in Herpetology / Ecology
Step 5: Clear CSIR-NET/GATE (for research fellowships)
Clear CSIR-NET/GATE (for research fellowships)
Step 6: Field researcher at WII, ZSI, or wildlife NGO
Field researcher at WII, ZSI, or wildlife NGO
Step 7: Research Scientist / Assistant Professor
Research Scientist / Assistant Professor
Market Analysis & Insights
50%
Inclusive work environment
5 Years
Post-Class 12 preparation
Yes
Entrepreneurial opportunities
Medium
Nature of day-to-day work
Regional Relevance: Pan-India
Recommended Certifications
Key Skills Required
Top Colleges in India
A Typical Day in This Career
As a Herpetologist, your day typically begins with strategic planning and client interactions. You'll spend most of your time solving complex problems and collaborating with team members. No two days are exactly alike, making it a dynamic and fulfilling choice for those who love to learn.
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