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Wintering Birds

When autumn finally releases its hold on winter, Oklahomans have to say goodbye to such things as fall colors and warm weather bird species, including purple martins, scissor-tailed flycatchers, and other avian summer residents. But winter is a time for greetings, and with the brisk north winds comes wintering birds.

Track Surveys Shed Light on Swift Fox

Biologists keep tabs on Oklahoma’s smallest fox, the swift fox, with annual track surveys across the High Plains.

Wild Double Take: Purple and House Finches

Tips for identifying two Oklahoma look-alike finches, the purple and house finches.

Tips for Making Your Winter Eagle Watching Trips Successful

Oklahoma's bald eagle numbers peak between November and February, making winter the prime season for eagle watching.

Woodworking for Wildlife: Nest Boxes

Lack of suitable nest sites often prevents wildlife – primarily birds – from utilizing otherwise good habitat. Nest boxes can be added as a habitat supplement.

These Species Put the EEK! In Ecology

We share ecological stories of five eek-worthy species.

Spinning Good Vibes

A biologist is spinning good spider vibes with facts and identification tips to help people take spider encounters in stride.

Wild Double Take: Burying Beetles

Tips for identifying two Oklahoma look-alike beetles, the American and margined burying beetles.

Highlights from Oklahoma’s History of Herpetology

The archived history of herpetology shows the compounding value of past reptile and amphibian conservation efforts and incredible potential for the future.

Wild Double Take: Greater and Lesser Prairie-chickens

Tips for identifying two Oklahoma look-alike grouse, the greater and lesser prairie-chickens.