Bison - Wikipedia
A bison (pl.: bison) is a large bovine in the genus Bison (from Greek, meaning 'wild ox' [1]) within the tribe Bovini. Two extant and numerous extinct species are recognised.
15 Facts About Bison - U.S. National Park Service
Bison are the largest land mammal in North America. Male bison (called bulls) weigh up to 2,000 pounds and stand 6 feet tall, while females (called cows) weigh up to 1,000 pounds and reach …
Bison | Size, Population, Diet, & Facts | Britannica
Oct 29, 2025 · Bison, either of two species of oxlike grazing mammals that constitute the genus Bison. Hunting drastically reduced the populations of the American bison (B. bison), or buffalo, …
Bison return to Kane County prairies after hundreds of years ...
3 days ago · Bison make incredible return to Kane County prairies after centuries Bison long ago roamed prairies in Illinois, and this week's reintroduction is the latest step toward restoring a …
Bison Bounced Back From Near Extinction | HowStuffWorks
Apr 30, 2025 · North America is home to two bison subspecies: the plains bison and the wood bison. The plains bison is more widespread, known for its slightly smaller size and broader …
Did You Know this About American Bison? | Defenders of Wildlife
Jul 8, 2025 · Read on to gain a greater understanding of these special mammals and learn more about the difference between bison and buffalo, what bison eat and the efforts to recover their …
The Rare White Bison Is a One-in-a-Million Sight - A-Z Animals
5 days ago · White bison are incredibly rare and spiritually significant. Yellowstone’s 2024 calf highlights genuine genetic rarity.