How to Become a Zoologist or Herpetologist

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Hi, Frank Indiviglio here. I’m a herpetologist, zoologist and book author, recently retired from a career spent at several zoos, aquarium, and museums, including over 20 years with the Bronx Zoo.[FONT=&quot] [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Providing career advice is one of the most rewarding aspects of my work. There are many resources available to aspiring zoologists and herpetologists, but deciding the best path to take can be a confusing process. Today I’d like to provide some guidelines drawn from my experiences and those of my readers and colleagues on how to become a zoologist. And as you’ll see from the face of the little fellow in the photo below, it’s great fun to get started early![/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Note: [/FONT][FONT=&quot]Much of the following information is based on my work in zoos and museums, and the journals mentioned are oriented towards herpetology. However, the basic principles apply to any discipline within the field of zoology. I can also help, or refer you to others who can help, with related fields, such as ornithology, arachnology, etc. Please post any questions you might have below. [/FONT]Read the rest of this article here How to become a Zoologist | That Reptile Blog
Please also check out my posts on Twitter http://bitly.com/JP27Nj and Facebook http://on.fb.me/KckP1m

My Bio, with photos of animals I’ve been lucky enough to work with: That Pet Place welcomes Zoologist/Herpetologist Frank Indiviglio to That Reptile Blog | That Reptile Blog

Best Regards, Frank Indiviglio
 
Hey Frank, thanks for posting. That little fellow in the pic is my cousin! I knew your name sounded familiar - every time you use his pic in your blog, his grandma posts a link to it on Facebook!
 
Hey Frank, thanks for posting. That little fellow in the pic is my cousin! I knew your name sounded familiar - every time you use his pic in your blog, his grandma posts a link to it on Facebook!


And I use him a lot! Just now back from another visit to the Am Museum of Natural History with him...small world! best, Frank
 
I got a book of yours from the library and on the back there is the "about the author" part and I think it was a picture of that same kid! Haha, lucky kid.
 
I got a book of yours from the library and on the back there is the "about the author" part and I think it was a picture of that same kid! Haha, lucky kid.

That's Him... I'm not sure who's having more fun, he or I!

Best, Frank
 
How did you start using his pictures? Does he even know you? Its pretty funny actually, but I am sure he doesn't mind!
 
How did you start using his pictures? Does he even know you? Its pretty funny actually, but I am sure he doesn't mind!

He's family...and he enjoys the attention!
 
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