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Of Books and Birds

Libraries can serve as gateways to the natural world, especially when librarians bring their love of books and birds.

Long-billed Curlews Make Long-distance Flights through Oklahoma

North Dakota study tracks migration of long-billed curlews, a species of greatest conservation need, through Oklahoma. 

Invasion of the Limpkin

A curious bird, the limpkin, has made a handful of curious appearances in the state.

Tagged Pelican Photographed 950 Miles from Nest

Oklahoma photographer reported a tagged American white pelican and learned the bird’s origin story.

Migrating Whooping Cranes Expected to Make Spring Stops

Endangered whooping cranes will soon be migrating through Oklahoma to Canadian nesting grounds.

Birdbath Tips

Water is an important part of any wildscaping plan.

Christmas Bird Counts Reveal Impacts of the February 2021 Big Freeze

Early results from the longest-running bird count give biologists a look at how some species fared the 2021 Big Freeze.

How to Keep Your Bird Feeder Open for Business

Tips for keeping your bird feeder clean.

Six Birds to Watch While Ticking Away the Tree Stand Time

Waiting. It's a familiar word for deer hunters. But they may have to wait only a few minutes for birds to resume their hustle and bustle. We highlight six birds to watch this hunting season.

Rare Vireos Persist at Historic Blaine County Site

The Wildlife Department partnered with the Oklahoma Nature Conservancy and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to conserve black-capped vireos.