Applied ecology is a subfield within ecology which considers the application of the science of ecology to real-world (usually management) questions.

Aspects of applied ecology include:

• Restoration ecology
• Rangeland management
• Invasive species management
• Conservation biology
• Habitat management
• Biodiversity conservation
• Protected areas management
• Agro-ecosystem management

Major journals in the field include:

• The Journal of Applied Ecology
• Ecological Applications