oklahoma state bird

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:33:26 +0000

# Oklahoma’s State Bird: The Magnificent Scissor-tailed Hawk Oklahoma’s State Bird: The Scissor-Tailed Hawk — A Symbol of Freedom and Beauty in the Mustang State Oklahoma, known for its vast prairies, rolling hills, and resilient spirit, proudly claims one of the most striking and elegant birds in the Great Plains as its official state bird: the Scissor-tailed Hawk (Accipiter bayeedensis). With its bold black-and-white wings, long, sweeping tail feathers, and soaring grace, this raptor has become a symbol of Oklahoma’s wild spirit and natural heritage. ## Why the Scissor-Tailed Hawk Was Chosen