Wildlife watchers are a burgeoning economic force. This includes expenditures for equipment, books and magazines, and travel to observe wildlife. Coloradans surveyed about wildlife viewing reported they did so to enjoy nature, relax and escape the sights and sounds of civilization. But a majority of respondents said not having enough time limited their participation, not an unfamiliar complaint about many things these days. However, Coloradans have indicated they are particularly interested in seeing certain high-profile species.
Deer lead the list as the number one animal of interest.
Next is bald eagles, golden eagles and elk, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats and mountain lions.