Moose have lived in Colorado for centuries – unpacking the evidence from history, archaeology and oral traditions
- Written by William Taylor, Assistant Professor and Curator of Archaeology, University of Colorado Boulder
Moose may have been in Colorado longer than previously thought.Illustration courtesy of Ettore Mazza, CC BY-NDMoose are on the loose in the southern Rockies.
In July 2025, a young wandering bull was captured roaming a city park in Greeley, Colorado. A spate of similar urban sightingsalongside some aggressive moose encounters has elevated moose...










