UFOs in Oklahoma? Here's what the strange lights in the sky actually were.

Several News 9 and News on 6 viewers reported seeing a line of lights moving across the night sky, prompting speculation about unidentified flying objects.

Despite their drone-like appearance, these lights are most likely Starlink satellites launched by SpaceX. The satellites often appear in a closely spaced formation shortly after launch, creating a visual effect sometimes described as a "string of pearls."

Image Provided By: Mary Jo Knox, Craig Co., Vinita, Ok. (Estella)

According to Starlink, this phenomenon is especially visible during the first few days after launch, when the satellites are still close together and reflecting sunlight or light. During this period, the satellites are often only visible during the first couple of days due to changes in the orientation of the solar panels and the addition of sunshades, which were implemented to reduce their brightness and impact on astronomical observations.

Image Provided By: James Bedford, Sand Springs

A STARLINK SATELLITE OBSERVING GROUP on Facebook shared a video of some in Coweta, Oklahoma, on Wednesday night.

The sunshades, known as "VisorSats," block sunlight from reflecting off the satellites' surfaces, while the adjusted solar panel angles further reduce visibility.

For those interested in observing Starlink satellites, timing and viewing conditions are crucial. The satellites are most visible shortly after launch, under clear skies, and when the sun’s angle allows for optimal reflection. Websites like Heavens-Above and FindStarlink offer real-time tracking to help skywatchers plan their observations.

The FindStarlink website confirmed the satellites' location in Oklahoma.

It also predicts that the satellites could be visible on Thursday and Friday night as well.

Editor's note: Video courtesy of Mary Jo Knox, Craig Co., Vinita, Okla.