What Do Insect Biologists Do?

Agricultural Insect Biologists work with farmers to find ways to manage insect pests and protect their crops, while simultaneously protecting beneficial insects.

Medical Insect Biologists find ways to prevent insects from spreading diseases, at home and abroad.

Veterinary Insect Biologists work with zookeepers, ranchers, forest rangers, and veterinarians to help protect animals from dangerous insects.

Insect Ecologists study insects and other animals in their habitats, which helps us preserve and restore natural ecosystems.

Insect Taxonomists conduct field studies to discover new insects. They also identify insects to species to verify if they are invasive or pest insects.

Forest Insect Biologists specialize in insects that harm plants and forests and study ways to prevent and control them. Entomology helps keep our forests healthy.

Forensic Insect Biologists help police by examining the bodies to find insects, which may provide clues about the time of death.