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Oklahoma Bats

Whether flying low over the ground with gracefully slow and deliberate wing strokes or erratically high above a stream, bats are fascinating to watch.

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Hack and Squirt

Hack and squirt is one timber management method that can improve forestland quality.

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Holes for Homes: Cavity Nesting Birds

Dozens of Oklahoma bird species are considered "cavity nesting birds" and build their nests in a cavity of a hollowed out tree or in man-made nest boxes.

Eastern Collared Lizard. Photo by Barry Bolton
The Burning Question: How are reptiles and amphibians affected by prescribed fire?

We check in with a wildlife biologist to find out how reptiles and amphibians are affected by prescribed fire. The answer: Biologists and researchers alike maintain prescribed fire is an important habitat management activity for these creatures, just as it is for birds, mammals, and invertebrates.

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A Closer Look at Prescribed Grazing

We dive into a popular wildlife management tool and show how to determine stocking rates on your property.

Bat escape ramp. Photo from NRCS
Escape Ramps Benefit Livestock and Wildlife

Escape ramps are a simple, low-cost solution that can help reduce the risk of wildlife drownings in stock tanks.