Based on 2,519 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Oklahoma, Great Blue Heron is most often recorded in April; in Oklahoma it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #5 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Great Blue Heron in Oklahoma by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Oklahoma in April
Canada Goose
Northern Cardinal
American Robin
Mallard
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Red-winged Blackbird
Mourning Dove
House Sparrow
Places to look in Oklahoma
State ParkAlabaster Caverns State Park
State ParkRobbers Cave State Park
State ParkNatural Falls State Park
National ForestOzark–St. Francis National Forest
National Wildlife RefugeWichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
State ParkBoiling Springs State Park
FAQ
When does Great Blue Heron appear in Oklahoma?
Mainly March–February, with the most records in April.
How common is Great Blue Heron in Oklahoma?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Oklahoma (2,519 records in our sample).