CPW DWM Written Test Questions & Answers 2026 | High-
Yield Review | Graded A+
1. What is the designated time frame for bear hunting season in Colorado?
Only during the winter months.
All year round without restrictions.
Specific dates vary each year, typically in the fall.
From June to August each year.
2. What is the minimum number of points that can lead to a suspension of
hunting privileges?
Accumulating 20 points
Accumulating 15 points
Accumulating 10 points
Accumulating 25 points
3. What is the primary diet of Black crappie?
Plankton and algae
Plant matter and detritus
Worms and crustaceans
Small fish and aquatic insects
4. If a fisherman catches 5 Whitefish in a single day, what action should they take
to comply with Colorado's wildlife regulations?
They should report the catch to wildlife authorities.
They can keep all 5 Whitefish since they are under the limit.
, They can keep 4 and sell the extra one.
They should release one Whitefish to comply with the bag limit.
5. Describe the significance of understanding the size range of moose in
relation to hunting regulations.
The size range of moose is irrelevant to hunting regulations.
Hunters must know the size range to determine the moose's age.
Understanding the size range of moose helps hunters identify legal
hunting targets and ensures compliance with regulations.
The size range is only important for wildlife conservation efforts.
6. If a hunter in Colorado has already harvested one turkey during the fall
season, what should they do if they encounter another turkey?
They should not harvest another turkey.
They should report the encounter to wildlife authorities.
They can harvest another turkey if they have a special permit.
They can harvest another turkey as long as it is a different species.
7. What is the maximum number of Tiger muskie that can be legally caught in
Colorado?
Two
Three
Four
One
,8. Describe the impact of Whirling disease on fish populations and its
significance in wildlife conservation.
Whirling disease is a minor issue and does not affect conservation
efforts.
Whirling disease affects fish populations, particularly trout, leading
to decreased survival rates and impacting biodiversity.
Whirling disease is beneficial for fish populations as it promotes
genetic diversity.
Whirling disease only affects birds and has no impact on fish.
9. Describe the significance of the Blue Spruce as Colorado's state tree and its
role in the state's ecosystem.
The Blue Spruce is a symbol of Colorado's agricultural heritage.
The Blue Spruce is significant as it represents Colorado's natural
beauty and provides habitat for various wildlife species.
The Blue Spruce is known for its medicinal properties.
The Blue Spruce is primarily valued for its timber and economic
benefits.
10. What is the spawning season for Channel catfish?
Winter
Summer
Spring
Fall
11. What are the designated hunting hours for small-game hunting in Colorado?
, Only during daylight hours
One-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset
All day
From sunrise to sunset
12. What is the home range for coyotes?
4-15km
0.5-3 km
10-20 km
6-17 km
13. Describe the significance of bag limits in wildlife conservation, particularly
for species like Brook trout in Colorado.
Bag limits are set to increase the number of fish caught each season.
Bag limits are irrelevant to wildlife conservation efforts.
Bag limits help regulate fish populations and ensure sustainable
fishing practices.
Bag limits are only for recreational purposes and have no
conservation impact.
14. Describe the significance of understanding the normal body temperature of
bears in relation to wildlife management in Colorado.
Understanding the normal body temperature of bears helps in
monitoring their health and assessing the impact of environmental
changes.
It is irrelevant to wildlife management.
Yield Review | Graded A+
1. What is the designated time frame for bear hunting season in Colorado?
Only during the winter months.
All year round without restrictions.
Specific dates vary each year, typically in the fall.
From June to August each year.
2. What is the minimum number of points that can lead to a suspension of
hunting privileges?
Accumulating 20 points
Accumulating 15 points
Accumulating 10 points
Accumulating 25 points
3. What is the primary diet of Black crappie?
Plankton and algae
Plant matter and detritus
Worms and crustaceans
Small fish and aquatic insects
4. If a fisherman catches 5 Whitefish in a single day, what action should they take
to comply with Colorado's wildlife regulations?
They should report the catch to wildlife authorities.
They can keep all 5 Whitefish since they are under the limit.
, They can keep 4 and sell the extra one.
They should release one Whitefish to comply with the bag limit.
5. Describe the significance of understanding the size range of moose in
relation to hunting regulations.
The size range of moose is irrelevant to hunting regulations.
Hunters must know the size range to determine the moose's age.
Understanding the size range of moose helps hunters identify legal
hunting targets and ensures compliance with regulations.
The size range is only important for wildlife conservation efforts.
6. If a hunter in Colorado has already harvested one turkey during the fall
season, what should they do if they encounter another turkey?
They should not harvest another turkey.
They should report the encounter to wildlife authorities.
They can harvest another turkey if they have a special permit.
They can harvest another turkey as long as it is a different species.
7. What is the maximum number of Tiger muskie that can be legally caught in
Colorado?
Two
Three
Four
One
,8. Describe the impact of Whirling disease on fish populations and its
significance in wildlife conservation.
Whirling disease is a minor issue and does not affect conservation
efforts.
Whirling disease affects fish populations, particularly trout, leading
to decreased survival rates and impacting biodiversity.
Whirling disease is beneficial for fish populations as it promotes
genetic diversity.
Whirling disease only affects birds and has no impact on fish.
9. Describe the significance of the Blue Spruce as Colorado's state tree and its
role in the state's ecosystem.
The Blue Spruce is a symbol of Colorado's agricultural heritage.
The Blue Spruce is significant as it represents Colorado's natural
beauty and provides habitat for various wildlife species.
The Blue Spruce is known for its medicinal properties.
The Blue Spruce is primarily valued for its timber and economic
benefits.
10. What is the spawning season for Channel catfish?
Winter
Summer
Spring
Fall
11. What are the designated hunting hours for small-game hunting in Colorado?
, Only during daylight hours
One-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset
All day
From sunrise to sunset
12. What is the home range for coyotes?
4-15km
0.5-3 km
10-20 km
6-17 km
13. Describe the significance of bag limits in wildlife conservation, particularly
for species like Brook trout in Colorado.
Bag limits are set to increase the number of fish caught each season.
Bag limits are irrelevant to wildlife conservation efforts.
Bag limits help regulate fish populations and ensure sustainable
fishing practices.
Bag limits are only for recreational purposes and have no
conservation impact.
14. Describe the significance of understanding the normal body temperature of
bears in relation to wildlife management in Colorado.
Understanding the normal body temperature of bears helps in
monitoring their health and assessing the impact of environmental
changes.
It is irrelevant to wildlife management.
