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Oklahoma Field Guide

Discover the diverse species of Oklahoma.

MAMMALS REPTILES AMPHIBIANS BIRDS INVERTEBRATES FISH INVASIVE

Saugeye Sportfish ID
Photo by: Duane Raver
Scaled quail.  Photo by Jeff Tibbits
ODWC Photo
Scaleshell mussel.  Photo by Andy Roberts/USFWS
Photo by: Andy Roberts/USFWS
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher.  Photo by David McGowen/RPS 2021
Photo by: David McGowen/RPS 2021
Six-lined Racerunner.  Photo by Belinda Krause/RPS 2018
Photo by: Belinda Krause/RPS 2018
Small-mouthed Salamander
Photo by: Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren/CC BY 2.0
Smooth softshell.  Photo by Sam Stukel/USFWS
Photo by: Sam Stukel/USFWS
Song Sparrow.  Photo by Jeremiah Zurenda
Photo by: Jeremiah Zurenda
Southern Coal Skink.  Photo by Peter Paplanus/Flickr.com
Photo by: Peter Paplanus/CC BY 2.0
A black and yellow speckled snake.
Photo by: Peter Paplanus/CC BY 2.0
Spinny Softshell.  Photo by Jeff Tibbits
ODWC Photo

Want the 58 amphibian and 94 reptile species and subspecies that can be found within the state's boundaries in book format?  Head to the Outdoor Store to purchase "A Field Guide to Oklahoma's Amphibians and Reptiles".  Each account shares detailed photos of the animal along with a physical description, information about the food and habitat preferences, and notes on the life cycle and habits of the species. Revenue supports the Wildlife Department's Wildlife Diversity Fund.
For information on taking or attempting to take reptiles and amphibians or possessing reptiles or amphibians consult the current regulations.