We surveyed 246 wildlife rehabilitators to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical wildlife rehabilitator. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a wildlife rehabilitator?
Low
High
Working as a wildlife rehabilitator typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a wildlife rehabilitator?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a wildlife rehabilitator typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a wildlife rehabilitator?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a wildlife rehabilitator.
Do wildlife rehabilitators work full-time or part-time?
29% of wildlife rehabilitators work in full-time roles while 71% work part-time.