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Instagram is a photo sharing app for mobile phones. It's rising in popularity these days and we'd like to highlight our favorite ones of Colorado wildlife.

This photo is from the user katebrogan and features a Colorado mule deer. Why is it a mule deer? The antler pattern, the bigger ears, the darker coat and brow line are all signs of a mule deer. To see the difference watch our video "Whitetail vs. Mule Deer."

Are you an Instagram user? Would you like to have your photo featured on our web page? Use #coloradowildlife to tag your photo and we'll discover it in our selection process. 

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There are a lot of great options coming up in the month of February for viewing and getting outdoors. We've highlighted a few but the entire lists can be found on the State Parks calendar, the Viewing festivals page or the Get Outdoors! page. 

Feb. 8

Guided Bird Walk in Roxborough: Winter is a great time to observe birds. Join Volunteer Naturalists Paul and Phoebe Thayer for a walk in Roxborough to see a variety of winter birds. See event details to make a reservation.

Feb. 11

The South Park Ice Masters Traveling Trophy Ice Fishing Tournament: 150 two-man teams compete for 21 cash prizes. See event details for more specifics.

Bighorn Sheep Day at Garden of the Gods: The seventh annual bighorn sheep day hosts a variety of the things to do from learning presentations, nature walks and youth crafts. See the Bighorn Sheep Day website for more details.

Feb. 25

Family Mystery Hike at Cheyenne Mountain: A naturalist-led hike challenges families to solve a puzzle, riddle or mystery as they walk and search for hidden clues along a one mile, easy trail. See event details to make a reservation.