Oklahoma Fishes: A Regional Field Guide covers the identification, distribution, and ecology of the fish species that occur in the rivers, streams, and reservoirs of Oklahoma. William Matthews and Edie Marsh-Matthews take a nontraditional approach by dividing the state into seven regions based on watershed boundaries and distribution patterns of fish species. They also simplify species identification by basing it on "suites" of external characteristics (such as body, mouth, and fin shape) instead of using dichotomous keys that require detailed knowledge of fish anatomy.The unique region-specific approach and illustrated identification system make this field guide to Oklahoma fishes more navigable and accessible to readers when compared to previous field guides focusing on fishes statewide. With comprehensive coverage of new species recognized in the past twenty years, updated nomenclature, and more than 660 detailed illustrations, Oklahoma Fishes: A Regional Field Guide serves as the most up-to-date field guide to fishes inhabiting bodies of water in Oklahoma and the immediate surrounding areas. Whether for anglers, fish managers, or ichthyologists, this book is a must-have.
