What ‘is’ BioBlitz?

BioBlitz is a QUICK inventory of biological diversity hosted by the Oklahoma Biological Survey and conducted by volunteers from around the state and the region. Volunteers will count as many species as possible in 24 consecutive hours. Volunteers range from university professors to boy scouts to high school students and even enthusiastic retirees. Anyone who is interested can volunteer to help count Oklahoma’s diversity!

Bioblitz is a fun and exciting event to educate people about the natural diversity “in their back yard.” BioBlitz offers a hands-on scientific experience and a chance to learn more about the diversity of life where people live.

This years BioBlitz will take place at Camp McFadden (That’s Kaw Lake in northern Oklahoma) on October 8-9. Activities will include:

Mammal tracking station
checking mammal traps
night time insect collection
carrion beetle traps
plant id walks
seining for amphibians and fish
bird walks
snake walks
Jr Biologist activities
Crafts for the kiddos

You can read more about this years BioBlitz and sign up here!

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