The Metamorphosis of a Naturalist
In 2020, amid the windstorm of trending hobbies, one snake fan metamorphosed into a naturalist.
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.
Owasso Man Combines Outdoor Passions to Create Living Nature Photography Set
A passion for the outdoors can lead nature enthusiasts down an incredible and well-traveled path, but it also comes with the freedom to combine interests and blaze new trails.
Explore Nature during Winter BioBlitz! OK
The Oklahoma Biological Survey is kicking off 2022 with their first ever Winter BioBlitz! OK, Jan. 28 - Feb. 4. The week-long event will be a great opportunity to get outside during winter and learn more about the plants and animals in your backyard, local park, or natural area.
Technology Helps Budding Naturalist Develop Eye for Nature
Emily Thomer’s interest in nature has been growing for the past four years, but her discovery of the natural world comes with a modern spin.
Arts and Science
In the field of biology, arts and science have long gone hand-in-hand. Early naturalists often sketched their discoveries, field guides are typically built around illustrations, and science courses have occasionally incorporated sketching into the curricula.
Increase Food and Cover for Wildlife with Wildlife Openings
Wildlife openings should not be overlooked when considering ways to enhance forest habitats for wildlife.
Tinker "Toads" Land at OKC Zoo for Temporary Duty
Oklahoma's most well-studied population of Texas horned lizards is calling in reinforcements
How to Protect Wildlife from Contaminated Seed
Neonicotinoid pesticides and aflatoxins contaminate grains frequently used to feed or bait wildlife. Care should be taken to reduce the risk of toxicity in wildlife through th