Aquarist
Overview and Key Facts


Education
High school diploma or equivalent

Median Pay
$24,780

Job Growth
22.90%
(Above US Average)

Jobs in 2029
369,500
What Do They Do?
An aquarist could...Overview
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A summer day at the beach can be very relaxing. The sand is warm and the waves lap gently on the shore. But beneath the water's surface is a world that is teeming with rich plant and animal life. For many of us, it isn't possible to experience this world firsthand. But at a public aquarium, we can take a peek and examine close up the beautiful fish and coral. An aquarist cares for the animal and plant life that you see in those aquarium displays. Aquarists make sure that all of the animals and plants in their displays are well fed and free of disease.
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