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Oklahoma Field Guide

Discover the diverse species of Oklahoma.

MAMMALS REPTILES AMPHIBIANS BIRDS INVERTEBRATES FISH INVASIVE

Common Snapping Turtle.  Photo by Jesus Moreno/USFWS
Photo by: Jesus Moreno/USFWS
Copperhead snake at OKC Zoo.  Photo by Jennifer Benge
ODWC Photo
Couch's Spadefoot
Photo by: Andrew DuBois/CC BY-NC 2.0
Coyote, photo by David McGowen
Photo by: David McGowen/PRS 2017
Black Crappie Sportfish ID
Photo by: Duane Raver
White Crappie Sportfish ID
Photo by: Duane Raver
Crawfish frog in water
Photo by: Jena Donnell/ODWC
Dark-eyed Junco; Bill Horn
Photo by: Bill Horn
Photo of Didymo Algea AKA Rock Snot
ODWC Photo
Double-crested Cormorant.  Photo by Stephen Ofsthun
Photo by: Stephen Ofsthun

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.