Nowadays, wild turkeys are thriving throughout Oklahoma – but that wasn’t always the case. These resilient natives once nearly went extinct.
Conservation
Monarchs Not Endangered After All
Barely a year after declaring them endangered, a major conservation group now says the monarchs are not in as much danger of extinction.
Forest Service Running out of Trees
The Forest Service is running out of trees. No, it hasn’t cut them all down – it’s running out of trees to plant.
First Honeybee Vaccine Approved
Earlier this year, the USDA approved the world’s first honeybee vaccine, for use in preventing American foulbrood (AFB).
Video Segment on Historical Dragonflies at Cavanal Lake
Outdoor Oklahoma recently aired a video segment filmed in part on the Kerr Ranch, focusing on dragonflies around Cavanal Lake.
U.S. Bird Populations in Steep Decline
U.S. bird populations have dropped by a quarter in the past 50 years – and the decline appears set to continue.
President’s Note: Book Review – The Woodchip Handbook
One of few books to focus completely on the subject of woodchips in food production, this new volume is a good resource.
Monarch Butterfly Now Endangered, But Still Not Protected
A leading international conservation group has designated the monarch butterfly as endangered, put it is still not legally protected.
Doug Tallamy: Free Talks in August
Entomologist and author Doug Tallamy returns to Oklahoma in August for a series of free talks on his award-winning nature books.
Beekeeping
Whether for a living or as a hobby, there’s never been a better time to take up beekeeping! Learn more about the importance of honeybees.