The Animals You Can See in NOCO That Nobody Tells You About

Colorado is home to some incredible wildlife. There are some amazing animals throughout the state. It is a great place to watch birds, to see big animals, little animals, and when driving through national parks, you can see some amazing creatures. When in the mountains, you hope to see certain animals, but there are some that you can often see from looking out your window or on your way to work. There are some amazing animals you can see in Northern Colorado in town and on a daily basis that nobody tells you about when moving to the area.

Turkeys in Northern Colorado

Seeing turkeys on a farm or in the woods is something you may expect, but when driving through town, sitting at a fast-food drive-thru, or walking down the sidewalk, you wouldn't expect to see a wild turkey, but in Northern Colorado, this is a real possibility. You might even see them when visiting someone at the hospital. These birds apparently know when they can't be caught, because they always pop up in places where you can't get them for Thanksgiving dinner. Nobody warns you about them wandering around town. 

Elk in Northern Colorado

Elk are commonly seen in Colorado, but most expect to see them in Estes Park or Rocky Mountain National Park. Depending on which part of Northern Colorado you live in, you may see them in your front yard, in the neighborhood, or while sitting in traffic, as they cross the road. They are incredible to see, but sometimes can slow down traffic or be a distraction. 

Foxes in Northern Colorado

Foxes are not animals that are commonly spotted, but you may see one occasionally in Northern Colorado, running through a neighborhood or perhaps in a park. If you spot one, try to get a picture of it, because of the animals on this list foxes are the least common to see. 

Bald Eagles in Northern Colorado

Bald eagles are majestic animals, and not everyone is lucky enough to see one in the wild. If you have ever seen one sitting atop a tree, flying down to scoop up a fish, or sitting in a nest, consider yourself lucky, as many will never see these amazing birds in their life. There are a good number in the area, and if you know where to look, you may see bald eagles flying around Northern Colorado, and in some spots, you could see dozens of them. 

Prairie Dogs in Northern Colorado

Prairie dogs are fascinating animals to watch. They are like meercats, but not as cute. These animals are the kind that you enjoy watching and seeing when driving around, but hope they stay far away from your property, as they can destroy crops, gardens, and yards. There are a number of them in the Greeley area, and if you drive out in the spring or summer, you are likely to see many prairie dogs. 

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Have you seen all these animals in Northern Colorado? For those that are born and raised here, they likely aren't a big deal as residents get used to seeing them, but if you are new to the area or are visiting, keep your eyes open because there is plenty of wildlife to be seen without ever leaving town or going to the mountains.