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This list of mammals of Oklahoma lists all wild mammal species recorded in the state of Oklahoma. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] This includes mammals that are extirpated from the state and species introduced into the state.
This is a list of species of fauna that have been observed in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. This list is incomplete ; you can help by adding missing items . ( February 2011 )
Olney, Illinois, known as the "White Squirrel Capital of the World", is home of the world's largest known white squirrel colony. These squirrels have the right of way on all streets in the town, with a $500 fine for hitting one. The Olney Police Department features the image of a white squirrel on its officers' uniform patches. [63]
Flying squirrel in flight. Southern flying squirrels have grey-brown fur on top with darker flanks and are a cream colored underneath. They have large dark eyes and flattened tails. They have a furry membrane called a patagium that extends from the front to the rear legs and is used to glide through the air. Total length (including tail) is 21 ...
The southern fox squirrel (Sciurus niger niger) is a close relative of the gray squirrel, which is one of the most common squirrel species in the country, and is considered to be the most variably ...
The spotted ground squirrel (Xerospermophilus spilosoma) is a species of ground squirrel in the rodent family Sciuridae. It is found throughout Mexico and the central and western United States . Characterized by a white spotted back, the spotted ground squirrel is one of the smallest squirrels found in North America .
Approximately twice the size of a gray squirrel, the Southern Fox Squirrel is considered to be the most variably colored tree squirrel in the world. Ever seen any large, colorful squirrels in SC?
The elk herd is the largest in Oklahoma at about 1,000 [19] and the white tailed deer number about 450. These ungulates are no longer considered endangered. [20] Many smaller mammal species also live in the refuge, including the nine-banded armadillo, bassarisk, and the black-tailed prairie dog.