Colorado Wildlife

Colorado has been unseasonably warm this winter and the drought conditions may be contributing to an increase in wildlife encounters.

Unfortunately, 2026 began with a fatal mountain lion attack that claimed the life of a Colorado woman.

A shocking story from Colorado tells the tale of 77 roosters that were not only trained to fight, but were fraught with disease.

As winter settles in, Colorado's lakes become bustling hubs for birdwatching. Imagine spotting a majestic bald eagle soaring overhead at dawn.

Ever hit the road and suddenly find a deer in your headlights? Let's talk about what to do next — safety first, folks.

Katherine Slaughterback, better known as Rattlesnake Kate, became a Colorado legend after killing 140 rattlesnakes in one day.

The University of Colorado’s head football coach, Deion Sanders, made some hilarious comments about Colorado’s wildlife in a recent press conference.

A program that allowed Colorado inmates to interact with wild horses for over 30 years is ceasing operations before the end of the year.

For years, bison were only classified as livestock animals in Colorado, but that is changing.

Discover the best winter spots in Western Colorado to see bighorn sheep, bald eagles and migrating elk — with practical viewing tips.