Becoming a Wildlife Professional is the first comprehensive book to describe the entry-level jobs available for the next generation of wildlife biologists and conservationists. Scott E. Henke and Paul R. Krausman include detailed chapters on how students should prepare for a vocation in the wildlife profession while offering pragmatic advice about applying for and obtaining a job. The core of the book presents more than 100 diverse career options that are available to aspiring wildlife workers, including work in biological field research, forestry, rehabilitation, ranching, photography, and refuge management. It also details each position's educational and technical requirements, challenges, salaries, and opportunities for advancement. 229 p. 

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• Scott E. Henke, Editor. Research scientist and Regents Professor, Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, and Chair of the Department of Rangeland and Wildlife Sciences. Texas A&M University-Kingsville, TX (USA).
• Paul R. Krausman, Editor. Emeritus Professor, School of Natural Resources and the Environment, University of Arizone, Tucson, AZ (USA).
  
   
• Publication dates: 2020-04 (print); 2017-09 (electronic format).