Colorado's subalpine wetlands may be producing a toxic form of mercury

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Aug 23, 2025, 2:00 pm111 ptsTrending
The wetlands found across the Rocky Mountains of Colorado just below tree line are magical places. Dripping with mosses and deep green sedges, these open expanses flanked by evergreens are a breathtaking sight for passing hikers. Moose graze there, and elk gather during their mating season.

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