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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Cryptozoologist” be Automated?

Historical Context: Oxford Study (2013)

Ranked #240 of 702. Estimated risk: 30.0%

Directly assessed by researchers as unlikely to be automatable
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AI Exposure Risk

51%

“Cryptozoologist” will maybe be replaced by AI.

Based on the cognitive demands, communication requirements, and logical reasoning intrinsic to this occupation according to O*NET data, we project a 51% probability of disruption by generative AI and Large Language Models.

Automation & Robot Risk

41%

“Cryptozoologist” will probably not be replaced by robots.

Evaluating the physical dexterity, repetitive motion tasks, and manual labor associated with this role, our analysis indicates a 41% likelihood of substitution by advanced robotics systems.

Personal & Financial Insights

Every occupation has a unique profile. For Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists, the Bureau of Labor Statistics and O*NET classify the day-to-day work broadly as: Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management. May collect and analyze biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water habitats.

Avg. Annual Salary $77,920
Avg. Hourly Wage $37.46
Available Jobs (US) 16,920
Job Title & Hierarchy Code (SOC) Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists #19-1023
Wage vs. National Median
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Data is based on the reference occupation: “Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists”

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Core Skills & Abilities

  • Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.

  • Analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them.

  • Perform administrative duties, such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo staff.

  • Coordinate preventive programs to control the outbreak of wildlife diseases.

  • Conduct literature reviews.

  • Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws, and notify law enforcement when violations are identified.

  • Prepare collections of preserved specimens or microscopic slides for species identification and study of development or disease.

  • Develop, or make recommendations on, management systems and plans for wildlife populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to explore options.

  • Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.

  • Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under microscope.

  • Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural surroundings.

  • Disseminate information by writing reports and scientific papers or journal articles, and by making presentations and giving talks for schools, clubs, interest groups and park interpretive programs.

  • Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for industry.

  • Study characteristics of animals, such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life histories, diseases, development, genetics, and distribution.

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  • D-ring nets
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  • Axes
  • Fume hoods
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  • Benchtop centrifuges
  • Tree top peeper and video probe systems
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  • Clinometers
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  • Laboratory mechanical convection incubators
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  • Water pumps
  • Adjustable widemouth pliers
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  • Odonata nets
  • Compasses
  • Petri dishes
  • Laser printers
  • Culvert traps
  • Dissecting tools
  • pH meters
  • Compound microscopes
  • Binoculars
  • Desktop computers
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  • Sieve buckets
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  • Snorkels
  • Volumeters
  • Laboratory beakers
  • Graduated glass laboratory cylinders
  • Carbon dioxide CO2 monitors
  • Fish traps
  • Dropping pipettes
  • Small power boats
  • Sledgehammers
  • Plankton nets
  • 35 millimeter cameras
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