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Mountain Goat in Colorado

Mountain Goat in Colorado

Oreamnos americanus

Mountain Goat in Colorado — Quick Overview

There are 1,171 recorded sightings of Mountain Goat in Colorado, with 164 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in June through September.

When to See Mountain Goat in Colorado

Most often reported in June through September.

Monthly sightings distribution for Mountain Goat in Colorado
MonthRecorded SightingsPeak Month
January3No
February0No
March4No
April7No
May11No
June194Yes
July480Yes
August352Yes
September94Yes
October17No
November6No
December0No

Compared With Other Regions

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About the Mountain GoatFull Range Map & Species Guide →

Shaggy and white, this mountain dweller has short black horns, a beard and a shoulder hump. It lives on steep cliffs and alpine meadows of northwestern North America, from Alaska through the Rockies and Cascades. It grazes on grasses and sedges, climbing with great surefootedness; scan high cliffs and ridges with binoculars in summer, and look for animals at mineral licks, where small family groups often gather.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to see a Mountain Goat in Colorado?

Mountain Goat is most often reported in Colorado in June through September, based on GBIF records. Reports partly reflect when more people are outdoors, so sightings in other months are possible.

Where can I see a Mountain Goat in Colorado?

There are 1,171 documented Mountain Goat records in Colorado. Parks, refuges and protected areas with suitable habitat are the best places to start; the charts above show when it's reported most.

How can I find Mountain Goat sightings near me in Colorado?

Use the WildMap app on iOS to see recent reports within 100 km from the past 7 days for free (WildMap Pro: 200 km and 30 days), and turn on alerts for sightings near you in Colorado.