Cackling Geese Tracked in Central Flyway Study
Researchers are tracking cackling geese wintering in a five-state study area to learn more about their movements and habitat preferences.
Study Focused on Bats and Disease-causing Fungus
Bat surveys were conducted to learn more about Oklahoma’s bat communities and hundreds of bats were swabbed for the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome.
Chill Out with Winter Wildlife!
From butterflies to frogs to snakes, many species turn their backs to winter and seek shelter, hibernate, or migrate; however, some remain that have adapted to the cold conditions.
Backyard Bird Habitat
With just a few minor tweaks to your gardening plans throughout the year, you can cultivate a welcoming winter backyard bird habitat.
Wildlife Trivia
How well do you know Oklahoma’s wildlife? Challenge yourself with these 10 wildlife trivia questions!
Wild Double Take: White-throated and White-crowned Sparrows
Tips for identifying two Oklahoma look-alike sparrows, the white-throated and white-crowned sparrows.
Surveyors Study Secretive Salamanders
Less than an inch of rain fell on Oct. 9, 2018, but it was enough to prompt 196 ringed salamanders to emerge from their underground homes and embark on their annual journey.
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.