Hello everyone, Im writing this post today because Im in dire need of some information. I have heard that there is no such thing as a degree in Herpetology, but only Biology or Zoology. I want to know if this is true. I would also appreciate it if anyone can tell me a way to find colleges that have programs in such fields. I am a recent graduate of high school in the Georgia area of the United States and would very soon like to be in college studying Herpetology/Zoology. Any information would be very much appreciated.
Thank You,
Brian
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Schools of Herpetology/Zoology
BlackCancer
Jun 14, 2006 10:44 AM
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ritt
Jul 08, 2006 03:38 PM
Hello,
I know your post is somewhat old but I just noticed it today.
That is correct, there is no undergraduate Herpetology program that I know of. However, at many larger schools involved with research, it is very possibly to get some experience working in research labs, or even do an independent research project. Look around some at schools with good Ecology or Zoology programs for people doing research involving herps and try contacting them. I know Cornell University (in Ithaca, NY) has some herp people and lots of undergrad opportunities and excellent biology and ecology programs. I believe the same goes for UC Berkeley (California), and Eric Pianka is somewhere in Texas and he does a lot of interesting herp research.
The best I can recommend is look around and apply to places with good undergrad ecology or zoology programs and try to get lab and research experience while trying to make contacts.
