Small Town, Big Hearts for Conservation
Superior, a small town in Colorado, actively incorporates the surrounding environment in development plans.
A Town between Cities
Superior, CO has a population of just over 13,000. Between Boulder and Denver, many live here and work in neighboring cities.
Tiny but Mighty
Although Superior is only about four square miles, about 30% of the land is dedicated to natural spaces with native plants.
Natural Habitat
Bird of prey, like hawks and eagles, can be frequently seen flying over head. They use Superior’s natural spaces for food, shelter, and survival.
Raising Families
Many species use the Superior open spaces as a place to raise their young. Here, a mother duck guides her 12 ducklings along a reservoir in town.
On the Move
Migratory species use the protected bodies of water and natural spaces as a corridor for their long travels.
Seeing Beneath the Surface
Critters like prairie dogs use underground tunnel systems within Superior open spaces. In the spring, pups can be seen looking out of their shelters and learning from how the adults function in this ecosystem.
Walking the Walk
The Town of Superior manages their open spaces as sustainably as possible. For example, they utilize rotating goats to graze grass instead of mowing. Superior’s dynamic with the surrounding environment shows how urban centers can incorporate stewardship into the local culture and cultivate a sense of community pride.
Many incredibly sightings happen in Superior, like this red-winged black bird defending her nest from a hawk, only to reveal a baby hawk who also is in need of food and protection.
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