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Will AI replace conservation scientists?

Conservation Scientists. US occupation 19-1031.

0.0%

of the time conservation scientists spend on their work goes on tasks where AI is already being used to do that work.of conservation scientists' working hours go on tasks AI has already started taking off their plate.

Ranked 346 of 756 US occupations. No AI use seen in the work yet, along with 410 other occupations.No handover started yet, along with 410 other occupations.

Average US job 7.7%

Among the least exposed jobs there are.Still waiting for liberation.

What AI already does for conservation scientistsWhat conservation scientists no longer do alone

O*NET lists 65 tasks for conservation scientists. None of them shows meaningful AI use at work yet.

What it does not touch, yetWhat still needs a human

65 of the 65 tasks show no AI use at work in the data.

  • Advise land users, such as farmers or ranchers, on plans, problems, or alternative conservation solutions.Core task
  • Analyze results of investigations to determine measures needed to maintain or restore proper soil management.Core task
  • Apply principles of specialized fields of science, such as agronomy, soil science, forestry, or agriculture, to achieve conservation objectives.Core task
  • Assist with operations of general facilities, such as visitor centers.Core task
  • Compile or interpret biodata to determine extent or type of wetlands or to aid in program formulation.Core task
  • Compute cost estimates of different conservation practices, based on needs of land users, maintenance requirements, or life expectancy of practices.Core task
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  • Compute design specifications for implementation of conservation practices, using survey or field information, technical guides or engineering manuals.Core task
  • Conduct fact-finding or mediation sessions among government units, landowners, or other agencies to resolve disputes.Core task
  • Conduct field trips to point out scientific, historic, and natural features of parks, forests, historic sites, or other attractions.Core task
  • Confer with park staff to determine subjects and schedules for park programs.Core task
  • Construct historical, scientific, and nature visitor-center displays.Core task
  • Coordinate or implement technical, financial, or administrative assistance programs for local government units to ensure efficient program implementation or timely responses to requests for assistance.Core task
  • Coordinate with federal land managers and other agencies and organizations to manage and protect rangelands.Core task
  • Develop environmental educational programs and curricula for schools.Core task
  • Develop methods for protecting range from fire and rodent damage and for controlling poisonous plants.Core task
  • Develop new and improved instruments and techniques for activities, such as range reseeding.Core task
  • Develop or conduct environmental studies, such as plant material field trials or wildlife habitat impact studies.Core task
  • Develop or maintain working relationships with local government staff or board members.Core task
  • Develop soil maps.Core task
  • Develop technical standards and specifications used to manage, protect, and improve the natural resources of range lands and related grazing lands.Core task
  • Develop, conduct, or participate in surveys, studies, or investigations of various land uses to inform corrective action plans.Core task
  • Enter local soil, water, or other environmental data into adaptive or Web-based decision tools to identify appropriate analyses or techniques.Core task
  • Gather information from geographic information systems (GIS) databases or applications to formulate land use recommendations.Core task
  • Identify or recommend integrated weed and pest management (IPM) strategies, such as resistant plants, cultural or behavioral controls, soil amendments, insects, natural enemies, barriers, or pesticides.Core task
  • Implement soil or water management techniques, such as nutrient management, erosion control, buffers, or filter strips, in accordance with conservation plans.Core task
  • Initiate, schedule, or conduct annual audits or compliance checks of program implementation by local government.Core task
  • Maintain soil stability and vegetation for non-grazing uses, such as wildlife habitats and outdoor recreation.Core task
  • Manage field offices or involve staff in cooperative ventures.Core task
  • Manage forage resources through fire, herbicide use, or revegetation to maintain a sustainable yield from the land.Core task
  • Manage private livestock operations.Core task
  • Measure and assess vegetation resources for biological assessment companies, environmental impact statements, and rangeland monitoring programs.Core task
  • Mediate agreements among rangeland users and preservationists as to appropriate land use and management.Core task
  • Monitor projects during or after construction to ensure projects conform to design specifications.Core task
  • Offer advice to rangeland users on water management, forage production methods, and control of brush.Core task
  • Participate on work teams to plan, develop, or implement programs or policies for improving environmental habitats, wetlands, or groundwater or soil resources.Core task
  • Perform emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of park.Core task
  • Perform routine maintenance on park structures.Core task
  • Plan and develop audio-visual devices for public programs.Core task
  • Plan and direct construction and maintenance of range improvements, such as fencing, corrals, stock-watering reservoirs, and soil-erosion control structures.Core task
  • Plan and implement revegetation of disturbed sites.Core task
  • Plan and organize public events at the park.Core task
  • Plan soil management or conservation practices, such as crop rotation, reforestation, permanent vegetation, contour plowing, or terracing, to maintain soil or conserve water.Core task
  • Plan, organize and direct activities of seasonal staff members.Core task
  • Prepare and present illustrated lectures and interpretive talks about park features.Core task
  • Prepare brochures and write newspaper articles.Core task
  • Provide information, knowledge, expertise, or training to government agencies at all levels to solve water or soil management problems or to assure coordination of resource protection activities.Core task
  • Provide visitor services, such as explaining regulations, answering visitor requests, needs and complaints, and providing information about the park and surrounding areas.Core task
  • Regulate grazing, such as by issuing permits and checking for compliance with standards, and help ranchers plan and organize grazing systems to manage, improve, protect, and maximize the use of rangelands.Core task
  • Research stories regarding the area's natural history or environment.Core task
  • Respond to complaints or questions on wetland jurisdiction, providing information or clarification.Core task
  • Review annual reports of counties, conservation districts, or watershed management organizations, certifying compliance with mandated reporting requirements.Core task
  • Review grant applications or make funding recommendations.Core task
  • Review or approve amendments to comprehensive local water plans or conservation district plans.Core task
  • Review proposed wetland restoration easements or provide technical recommendations.Core task
  • Revisit land users to view implemented land use practices or plans.Core task
  • Study forage plants and their growth requirements to determine varieties best suited to particular range.Core task
  • Study grazing patterns to determine number and kind of livestock that can be most profitably grazed and to determine the best grazing seasons.Core task
  • Study rangeland management practices and research range problems to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife.Core task
  • Survey park to determine forest conditions and distribution and abundance of fauna and flora.Core task
  • Tailor conservation plans to landowners' goals, such as livestock support, wildlife, or recreation.Core task
  • Take photographs and motion pictures for use in lectures and publications and to develop displays.Core task
  • Visit areas affected by erosion problems to identify causes or determine solutions.Core task
  • Compile and maintain official park photographic and information files.
  • Develop water conservation or harvest plans, using weather information systems, irrigation information management systems, or other sources of daily evapotranspiration (ET) data.
  • Interview specialists in desired fields to obtain and develop data for park information programs.

How that compares

Among the 46 life, physical and social science occupations, conservation scientists rank 38. The group averages 12.2%, and its most exposed job is Political Scientists at 45.2%. The average US occupation sits at 7.7%.

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What this does and does not mean

Exposure is observed use, not a forecast. Anthropic maps work conversations with Claude onto the tasks O*NET lists for each job and asks, of the tasks AI could speed up, which are actually being used for at work. A use that does the task outright counts in full and a use that assists a person counts half. The task scores are averaged into the occupation figure by the share of time spent on each task.

A high figure means AI is already part of how this work gets done. It does not mean anyone has been replaced. Anthropic's own reading of the labour market finds no systematic rise in unemployment among exposed workers so far, and about 14% fewer 22 to 25 year olds starting exposed jobs.No measurable rise in unemployment among exposed workers so far, and about 14% fewer 22 to 25 year olds starting these jobs. Gap years for everyone. Labor market impacts, 5 March 2026.

Task list and titles from O*NET 31.0 by the US Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, used under the CC BY 4.0 licence. Scores from the Anthropic Economic Index (CC BY). Checked 1 November 2026. How the ranking works.