How to Spot the Differences Between Eagles and Hawks
Say you’re looking up at the sky and you see a large, soaring bird. You can tell it’s a raptor, but what species is it? …
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Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Yard or Garden
Hummingbirds are among the world’s most fascinating and beautiful birds, and we have several species right here in Colorado. In addition to being enjoyable to …
Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Conservation Mobile Apps
Before you head out on your next outdoor adventure, check out some of the great mobile apps presented by Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW). They …
So Many Things to Do at Colorado State Parks!
You probably know that Colorado State Parks are great places to go hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and camping. But the parks offer many, many more …
Uncommon Raptors of Colorado
Official counts show that as of this date, 514 different bird species have been identified in Colorado. This includes about forty different raptor species. Some, …
Colorado’s White-tailed Ptarmigan: Changing with the Seasons
If you were to visit Colorado’s highest elevations during the winter, you would most certainly dress in warm clothing and probably wear snowshoes, too. So, …
Late Winter is a Great Time for Viewing Bald Eagles
If you’re into birding or wildlife watching, late January and February are some of the best times for viewing Bald Eagles. Not only do the …
How Wildlife Survive Colorado Winters
As humans, we have houses, heaters, stoves, and warm clothes and blankets to keep us warm and fed during the winter months. But what about …
Feeding and Observing Birds in Winter
Finding food can be a challenge for birds in wintertime, so many people choose to provide backyard bird feeders during the colder months. Birds can’t …
Do We Have Cardinals in Colorado?
With their bright red plumage, Northern Cardinals are one of North America’s most iconic birds. In fact, they’re the official state bird in seven states! …
June 22-28, 2020 is National Pollinator Week
Did you know that about one third of the foods we eat are dependent on pollinators? Not only that, but if we didn’t have pollinators, …
How to Help Injured Wildlife
Here in Colorado, we share our state with a wide variety of wildlife species. As our human population grows and expands into wildlife habitat, encounters …
Understanding and Identifying Bird Nests
Springtime means new baby birds. But before their eggs can be laid and hatched, bird parents must find or build nests. Bird nests vary greatly …
How To Tell the Difference Between a Crow and a Raven
Crows and ravens appear very similar, so they are commonly mistaken for one another. If you look and listen carefully, though, you’ll be able to …
Colorado’s Owl Species
You may be surprised that Colorado has fourteen very different species of owls. They can be found in all parts of the state, in all …
New Birding Guide
Did you know that 507 different species of birds have been documented in Colorado? If you’re interested in birding, you’ll enjoy the brand-new Colorado Birding …
Colorado State Parks: Barr Lake
If you’re looking for a quick getaway near the Denver metro area, check out Barr Lake State Park, located near Brighton. The park includes …
2018 is Year of the Bird
All this year, conservation and wildlife organizations across the US have been celebrating Year of the Bird, a campaign to bring awareness to the importance …
Protecting Greater Sage-Grouse Habitat
Last week, according to a press release, Governor Hickenlooper sent a letter to the United States Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to advocate for the …
Bears and Bird Feeders
Many Coloradans enjoy feeding birds, especially this time of year when hummingbirds are returning to the area. But bird feeders can also attract hungry bears. …