An ichthyologist (鱼类学家) is a scientist who studies fish. Most people who do this love their work because it is very rewarding and varied. They work not only inside a laboratory, but also outside in field. Fieldwork includes traveling to rivers and lakes in order to collect information about specimens (样本).
Reading, writing and speaking are also very important to the job. Fish scientists need to read the research of other scientists. They must be able to write up their research paper clearly so that others can follow it. They also need to be able to give lectures about their findings, so that they can spread knowledge.
Ichthyologists who wish to specialize can choose any one of three areas of study. The first area is aquaculture (水产养殖). This involves the study and practice of fish farming and managing. Because it is a rather new study, there are very few job opportunities available. However, as there is so much to dig in, many think it is an exciting area for a new ichthyologist to enter. The second area is fisheries science, which means working with a team of scientists to find out most about different fish species. The third is about the protection of natural fish populations. This is important today, given that many fish are in danger of dying out because of the actions of human beings.
To become a successful scientist, you need to have a curious mind and be able to work on your own. You also need to be able to handle equipment and perform experiments; but most importantly, you must love fish. To become an ichthyologist, you will need to stay at a university to pass a Bacherlor of Science degree. For this, you will need to be good at maths, physical science and biology. Then, you will need to study for another year to complete an honours degree in ichthyology. This honours degree contains coursework about all aspects of fish. You also need to complete a research paper.
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A. Scientists who love fish
B. Skills needed for being an ichthyologist
C. Three subdivided areas of study
D. An introduction of the ichthyologist
E. The protection of natural fish
F. Qualities required for being an ichthyologist
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Ichthyologists travel to rivers and lakes in order to 1.
A. maths, physical science and biology
B. have some fun
C. collect specimens
D. being captured by human beings
E. writing research papers
F. spread knowledge about fish
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Ichthyologists must be able to give lectures so as to 1.
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Many fish are on the edge of dying out because of 1.
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