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Parks & Wildlife seeks info on turkey vultures illegally shot in Longmont

Turkey vultures are protected by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and fines of up to $15,000 could be levied upon an individual for shooting one.

Wildlife officials warn of dangers of mixing domestic livestock, wild bighorn sheep

“Goats for weed management have been advertised as a win-win,” said Area Wildlife Manager Jason Duetsch. “Although that is in many cases true, it’s also true that they result in a lose-lose scenario in areas where wild sheep are near.”

Bikes now available for checkout in Commerce City

                            Rolling out just in time for summer It’s time to ride! Bicycles are now available forRead More

Durango woman found dead after apparent bear attack

The woman, a Durango resident, was believed to have gone walking with her two dogs earlier Friday, according to information provided to the La Plata County Sheriff’s office by her boyfriend. The victim had last communicated with her boyfriend late in the morning.

Lake Trout Tournament at Blue Mesa Reservoir Continues

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is asking anglers to be our partners in helping to manage the renowned Blue Mesa Reservoir fishery.

Coloradans Urged to Reduce Wildfire Risk During Wildfire Awareness Month

The long-range warm and dry projections suggest an earlier than normal start to the core wildfire season during the second half of May across all of southern Colorado.

The superintendents of 12 Denver metro school districts are asking state health officials to end mandatory quarantines for students who are exposed to COVID-19 at school.

COVID-19 cases are trending upward in Colorado, with the biggest upticks occurring among middle and high school-aged children.

Lynx: Shadows of the Forest – a feature film released by Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Colorado declared the lynx reintroduction efforts a success in 2010 and this film tells the story of that history and the research and collaborative efforts taking place with the U.S. Forest Service to protect their habitats and study the species. 

17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office to Release Doves in Honor of Crime Victims

“The 10 victims of the tragic shooting in Boulder and their loved ones will be on our minds as we release doves in memory of those who have lost their lives as victims of crime and in service to victims of crime.”

Bears are emerging from their dens; please prepare to be bear aware

As the weather continues to warm up throughout Colorado, reports of bear sightings are starting to trickle into wildlife offices throughout the state.
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