Ecologists are scientists who study the relationship between plants, animals and the environment. (Adapted from National Careers Service, UK. 2025. Ecologist https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/ecologist)
Ecology is the scientific study of the inter-relationships among and between organisms and between organisms and all living and non-living aspects of their environment. (FAO, 2009. Natural Resources Management and Environment Department)