| Census Bureau Report |
| Time Zone: Mountain |
| Capital: Denver |
| Statehood Date: 8/1/1876 |
| Statehood Order: 38 |
| Flower: Rocky Mountain Columbine |
| Bird: Lark Bunting |
| Land: 103729 Sq. Miles |
| Water: 371 Sq. Miles |
| Rank In Area Size: 8 |
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| Colorado is most closely associated with the Rocky Mountains and has numerous peaks over 14,000 feet. The state's name comes from a Spanish word meaning "red" or "ruddy", the color of much of the state's terrain. Today, Colorado is known for its vast cattle ranges, agricultural acreage, and snow-covered mountains that are ideal for winter sports. |
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