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UTC-7 |
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UTC-6 |
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America/Denver |
Agate time compared to Beijing time (China) |
15 hours ahead |
About Agate, Colorado, United States
Agate is an unincorporated community in Elbert County, Colorado, United States, located about 90 miles southeast of Denver. The area is known for its rich paleontological fossil resources, particularly the Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, which preserves fossils of mammals such as ancient rhinoceroses and saber-toothed tigers from about 20 million years ago.
Geography and Climate
Agate is located on the western edge of the North American Great Plains, at an altitude of about 1,600 meters above sea level. It has a semi-arid continental climate with warm, dry summers and cold, windy winters. The surrounding terrain is dominated by grasslands and hills, near tributaries of the South Platte River, and the vegetation is characterized by drought-tolerant shrubs and grasslands.
Economy and Population
As a typically rural community, Argate has a resident population of fewer than 100, and its economy is based on livestock and agriculture, with some residents engaged in fossil research or tourism. There are no major commercial facilities and daily life is dependent on neighboring towns.
Tourism and Cultural Heritage
The Argate Fossil Beds National Monument is the central tourist attraction, with a museum and hiking trails showcasing fossil formations from the Miocene period. The surrounding area retains remnants of early western pioneering and attracts paleontology enthusiasts and nature travelers each year.
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Today is 2025-12-30
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