Mammals in Oklahoma

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common mammals in Oklahoma?

The 10 most common mammals in Oklahoma are:

1. Eastern Fox Squirrel (Sciurus niger)
2. White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus)
3. Eastern Cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus)
4. Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo (Dasypus mexicanus)
5. American Bison (Bos bison)
6. Black-tailed Prairie Dog (Cynomys ludovicianus)
7. Common Raccoon (Procyon lotor)
8. Virginia Opossum (Didelphis virginiana)
9. Eastern Gray Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)
10. American Beaver (Castor canadensis)

What is the most observed mammal in Oklahoma?

The most observed mammal in Oklahoma is Eastern Fox Squirrel (Sciurus niger), with 2,991 recorded observations.

What are the most common native mammals in Oklahoma?

Some of the most commonly observed native mammals in Oklahoma include:

1. Cave Myotis (Myotis velifer)