Posted in Oklahoma July 09, 2015 by

18 Photos Of Wildlife In Oklahoma That Will Drop Your Jaw

Oklahoma has one of the most diverse assortment of wildlife species in the country.  Some are beautiful, others awkward but all contribute to make our ecosystem work together. Several photographers have captured stunning photos of the state’s wildlife that will leave you wanting more.

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1. These prairie dogs are adorable.
flickr/sarah richter
2. Yes, we have bobcats.
flickr/larry smith
3. Great shot of these turkeys.
flickr/larry smith
4. The American goldfinch in flight...stunning.
flickr/frank boston (boston photography)
5. If the tail is up on the skunk...that is your first alert to run.
flickr/frank boston (boston photography)
6. The colors on this collared lizard are amazing.
flickr/larry smith
7. The American alligator can be found in southeast Oklahoma, mostly Red Slough Wildlife Management Areas.
flickr/rachel
8. The white-tailed doe and fawn enjoying nature.
flickr/larry smith
9. Great shot of the coyote in The Wichita Mountains.
flickr/larry smith
10. The state bird, the scissor-tailed flycatcher, is so elegant.
flickr/larry smith
11. Watch out for the Copperhead...it is poisonous.
flickr/larry smith
12. A gorgeous bulk elk is the symbol of the American West.
flickr/larry smith
13. The creepy brown recluse spider.
flickr/shannon smedley
14. The great American bison...or buffalo.
flickr/larry smith
15. This big beaver is making its way through the rocks to deeper water.
flickr/larry smith
16. The bald eagle is unique to North America.
flickr/rocklin lyons
17. The robust Woodhouse toad in southwest Oklahoma.
flickr/tom spinker
18. The butterfly is simple yet striking.
flickr/r.k. richardson

Thank you to all the great photographers that captured these beautiful photos of Oklahoma wildlife.