Based on 971 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Oklahoma, American Bison is most often recorded in April; in Oklahoma it behaves like a spring and fall migrant. It ranks #5 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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American Bison 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
Eastern Fox Squirrel
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Cottontail
Common Raccoon
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo
Eastern Gray Squirrel
American Beaver
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 American Bison appear in Oklahoma?
Mainly March–October, with the most records in April.
How common is American Bison in Oklahoma?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Oklahoma (971 records in our sample).