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How much does a marine animal trainer make? The average marine animal trainer salary in the United States is $33,750. Marine animal trainer salaries typically range between $22,000 and $50,000 yearly.



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Most zoos and aquariums prefer trainers to have a degree in the life sciences or animal related subjects. After gaining this education, most prospective trainers obtain a marine mammal internship relating to husbandry or as a research assistant and then move up to a trainer position.

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For SeaWorld, a college degree is not required to be eligible for an animal training position, but it is preferred. Keepers at Busch Gardens must have a college degree in Animal Husbandry, Animal Science, Zoology, or a related field.

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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), most animal trainers earned between $21,550 and $62,040, with a median annual wage of $31,520, as of May 2020 (www.bls.gov). Work in highly successful entertainment productions will likely provide you with even greater financial opportunities.

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