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      • B.S. in Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
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        • Wildlife Management Track
      • Dual Undergrad/Grad Programs
        • Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management 4+1 Fast Track
        • Wildlife Conservation and Policy 3+2 Program
      • Park and Natural Resource Management Minor
      • Rangeland Management Minor
      • Wildlife and Fisheries Management Minor
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      • M.S. in Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
      • Master of Natural Resources (Non-Thesis)
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      • Military Land Sustainability Certificate
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Department of
Rangeland, Wildlife & Fisheries Management

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5 degree programs

Facilitating the journey from student to natural resource professional through immersive coursework and experiences. Our rigorous curriculum prepares students for meaningful careers in public or private sectors, serving in roles such as biologist, ranch manager, environmental consultant, game warden, research scientist, park ranger or policymaker.

Degree Programs
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6 centers and research labs

Addressing urgent natural resource challenges domestically and abroad. Our work serves to improve human lives and natural environments through scientific discovery, application and extension.

Centers and Labs
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300+ enrolled students

Becoming the next generation of stewards generating sound, innovative solutions to complex environmental challenges. We push traditional curriculum boundaries through relevant, modern courses that blend transformative field experiences with established classroom teaching practices.

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Liming & Clearing Ponds: Ag Lime vs. Liquid Lime
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Tailored for Your Career

“RWFM was a natural choice since I knew I wanted a career in wildlife science. My favorite aspects of our department are the abundant opportunities for outreach and field experience. There is so much learning and professional development you can access outside of the classroom by talking to your professors and joining professional student organizations like our student chapters of The Wildlife Society and American Fisheries Society.”

Drake Dancila ’23
Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, Wildlife Track

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Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management News

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Study shows mammals’ daily schedules more varied than thought

Historical beliefs of mammals’ daily activity periods may not hold true — especially in regions seeing increased human development, according to a global study. Camera trap data collected by a Texas A&M AgriLife researcher helped power one of the largest global studies of mammal behavior to date — analyzing more than 8.9 million images across 445 species in 38 countries.

Read More: Study shows mammals’ daily schedules more varied than thought
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Five important reminders when finding ‘orphaned’ wildlife

While enjoying the outdoors this spring and summer, you’ll likely encounter young wildlife. Although it may be tempting to help a lone baby animal, experts warn intervening can often do more harm than good — and may be illegal. Ashley Long, Ph.D., emphasized the need to understand wildlife behavior before acting.

Read more: Five important reminders when finding ‘orphaned’ wildlife

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