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Oklahoma Darter Elevated to Full Species
The subspecies of orangebelly darter, a fish found in Oklahoma's Blue River drainage, was recently elevated to a full species.
Watch Bats with the Wildlife Department
Mail your registration form by June 1 to be considered in the drawing.
Tenkara - Simply Fishing
Tenkara originated in Japan and has been practiced there for at least several centuries. But now it's an opportunity to fish Oklahoma a different way.
Game Wardens Key in Turtle Smuggling Case
A New Jersey man was sentenced in federal court in Tulsa for turtle smuggling after pleading guilty for conspiring with others to purchase, transport and sell more than 1,000 box turtles.
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.
The Outdoors Are Always Open
Have some spare time on your hands? Getting outdoors can be a great way to practice social distancing while enjoying some needed fresh air!
The Quest For All Birds On Permit
Their hunting goal was to harvest a bird from every category listed on the federal Harvest Information Program permit.
New Game Warden Learns Every Day Differs
Jacob Harriet has been a Game Warden with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation for less than a year and already enjoys the varied schedule that comes with the job.
Stop Invasive Species in Your Tracks
Invasive species impact everyone and we can all take steps to limit their spread in our state.