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Wildlife Migration and Movement
Animals like elk and deer have yearly migrations, following traditional paths between different seasonal areas, usually based on plant growth and weather. In Colorado, wildlife usually move from higher to lower elevations as winter comes. The state's mountainous landscape means winter and summer ranges are closer, resulting in shorter migration paths instead of long, narrow corridors. Shorter routes help animals save energy for the winter. Animals need to be able to move between seasonal ranges to respond better to changes in the habitat and landscape pressures.
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