Department of Wildlife Ecology, University of Maine

Students at wetland, northern forest, and Atlantic shore

Excellence in undergraduate and graduate education in wildlife ecology since 1935.

The University of Maine's close proximity to a diverse array of ecosystems and wildlife provides an outstanding setting for our wildlife ecology program, and the many other programs in ecology, biology, and natural resources in the College of Natural Sciences, Forestry and Agriculture provide a diverse array of courses for wildlife ecology majors. The links below and to the left will connect you to program information in Wildlife Ecology. We also invite your inquiries.

Living and Studying in Maine

A Day in the Life of an Undergraduate Wildlife Ecology Major

UMaine Today article on student, Ben Wasserman

UMaine Today article on Conserving Mussels

UMaine Today article on Climate Change

UMaine Today article on Lynx Research

UMaine Today article on Black Terns

UMaine Today article on Seals

Second Article on Seals

Third Article on Seals

Contact us at:
Department of Wildlife Ecology
5755 Nutting Hall
University of Maine
Orono, Maine 04469
Phone: 207-581-2862