If you live in far eastern Oklahoma, you’ve probably already been hearing the singing spring peepers. With all the uncertainty going on in the world right now, it’s nice to welcome a sound of normalcy here in the Sooner State. Keep scrolling to learn more about these small frogs full of melody (and adorableness):
The spring peeper is a Pseudacris crucifer, that is, a small chorus frog found throughout the eastern United States and Canada. Their name stems from their chirping call that marks the beginning of spring.
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Here in Oklahoma, you’ll only find these small frogs in extreme eastern counties. These frogs are only about one inch long and very hard to spot in nature.
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In fact, they are much easier to find based on their sounds rather than appearance. The peepers generally breed close to dusk and throughout the evening and early morning hours. Their calls can be heard from as far as one to two and a half miles, depending on their numbers.
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Most of the time they blend right in with nature but if you do spot one, you’ll easily recognize it based on the dark brown X on its back.
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Spring Peepers will change color relative to their immediate surroundings. Overall skin color, as well as markings, will lighten and darken depending on surrounding colors and temperatures.
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For many Oklahomans, the sound of the spring peeper is a welcomed sound of normalcy in the state, which might be just what we need during these uncertain times.
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Do spring peepers come out in Indiana? They sure do! Do you live in an area of the state where you hear spring peepers? If so, tell us about your experience in the comments section!
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Oklahoma has one of the most diverse assortments of wildlife species in the country. Some are beautiful, others awkward, but all contribute to making our ecosystem work. Several photographers have captured stunning photos of the state’s wildlife that will leave you wanting more. Want to learn more about Oklahoma’s wildlife? Check this article out!
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Do Spring Peepers Come Out in Oklahoma? March 08, 2022 Tori Jane What is spring like in Oklahoma? Certainly you’ve heard the phrase “if you don’t like the weather in Oklahoma, just wait 15 minutes” before. Well, honestly… it’s pretty accurate. Spring is an interesting season in Oklahoma, to say the least; sometimes, you’ll get snow flurries. Others, you’ll have a muggy day where rain is inevitable. Unfortunately, spring is prime severe weather season in Oklahoma; tornadoes are somewhat common, and some of those tornadoes can be unimaginably powerful. Large hail and flooding can also be an issue. But don’t let any of this deter you from visiting (or living) here; spring is also a beautiful time where the whole world seems to leap (or spring, rather) into life. Birds, including hummingbirds and other species, begin to return. Rivers, lakes, and waterfalls begin to thaw – which brings us to our next point. What are some of the best things about spring in Oklahoma? Springtime in Oklahoma is beautiful. Live-giving rains slowly begin to take over snow (though in early spring it’s not uncommon to still get snow flurries). Water thaws, meaning our lakes and waterfalls are fair game for boating and recreational activities; the forests and fields begin greening up again, and wildflowers start to carpet the ground and hills. Spring in Oklahoma means that summer is certainly on its way; some days, it’ll be chilly, but others, it’ll be quite hot. It’s an odd feeling to wake up to sunshine and go to sleep during a snow flurry, or maybe waking up to snow and falling asleep later to rain and thunder. One thing is for sure: it’s never really boring in Oklahoma if you learn to appreciate each season for its special magic. Spring also brings with it some pretty awe-inspiring festivals and events – check out this article for information on the annual Oklahoma Azalea Festival.
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Do Spring Peepers Come Out in Oklahoma?
March 08, 2022
Tori Jane
What is spring like in Oklahoma? Certainly you’ve heard the phrase “if you don’t like the weather in Oklahoma, just wait 15 minutes” before. Well, honestly… it’s pretty accurate. Spring is an interesting season in Oklahoma, to say the least; sometimes, you’ll get snow flurries. Others, you’ll have a muggy day where rain is inevitable. Unfortunately, spring is prime severe weather season in Oklahoma; tornadoes are somewhat common, and some of those tornadoes can be unimaginably powerful. Large hail and flooding can also be an issue. But don’t let any of this deter you from visiting (or living) here; spring is also a beautiful time where the whole world seems to leap (or spring, rather) into life. Birds, including hummingbirds and other species, begin to return. Rivers, lakes, and waterfalls begin to thaw – which brings us to our next point. What are some of the best things about spring in Oklahoma? Springtime in Oklahoma is beautiful. Live-giving rains slowly begin to take over snow (though in early spring it’s not uncommon to still get snow flurries). Water thaws, meaning our lakes and waterfalls are fair game for boating and recreational activities; the forests and fields begin greening up again, and wildflowers start to carpet the ground and hills. Spring in Oklahoma means that summer is certainly on its way; some days, it’ll be chilly, but others, it’ll be quite hot. It’s an odd feeling to wake up to sunshine and go to sleep during a snow flurry, or maybe waking up to snow and falling asleep later to rain and thunder. One thing is for sure: it’s never really boring in Oklahoma if you learn to appreciate each season for its special magic. Spring also brings with it some pretty awe-inspiring festivals and events – check out this article for information on the annual Oklahoma Azalea Festival.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Certainly you’ve heard the phrase “if you don’t like the weather in Oklahoma, just wait 15 minutes” before. Well, honestly… it’s pretty accurate. Spring is an interesting season in Oklahoma, to say the least; sometimes, you’ll get snow flurries. Others, you’ll have a muggy day where rain is inevitable. Unfortunately, spring is prime severe weather season in Oklahoma; tornadoes are somewhat common, and some of those tornadoes can be unimaginably powerful. Large hail and flooding can also be an issue. But don’t let any of this deter you from visiting (or living) here; spring is also a beautiful time where the whole world seems to leap (or spring, rather) into life. Birds, including hummingbirds and other species, begin to return. Rivers, lakes, and waterfalls begin to thaw – which brings us to our next point.
What are some of the best things about spring in Oklahoma?
Springtime in Oklahoma is beautiful. Live-giving rains slowly begin to take over snow (though in early spring it’s not uncommon to still get snow flurries). Water thaws, meaning our lakes and waterfalls are fair game for boating and recreational activities; the forests and fields begin greening up again, and wildflowers start to carpet the ground and hills. Spring in Oklahoma means that summer is certainly on its way; some days, it’ll be chilly, but others, it’ll be quite hot. It’s an odd feeling to wake up to sunshine and go to sleep during a snow flurry, or maybe waking up to snow and falling asleep later to rain and thunder. One thing is for sure: it’s never really boring in Oklahoma if you learn to appreciate each season for its special magic. Spring also brings with it some pretty awe-inspiring festivals and events – check out this article for information on the annual Oklahoma Azalea Festival.
