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.
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, …
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 …
The purpose of this handbook is to provide guidance and best management practices for fenced, range-limited American plains bison (Bison bison bison) in the National Wildlife Refuge …
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.
What's The Difference Between Buffalo And Bison? | IFLScience
Dec 1, 2025 · Bison are native to North America and parts of Europe. However, the confusion arises because American bison are colloquially referred to as “buffalo,” despite not being true …
The Great Bison Returns to the Mexican Desert After 160 Years
Sep 5, 2025 · The American bison has returned to the landscapes of Coahuila, Mexico, after an absence of approximately 160 years.
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 …
American Bison or Buffalo: Facts & Where to See Them
May 21, 2023 · The American bison (also called a buffalo) is iconic, yet what do we know about them? Get to know the bison and how we're helping protect them across the U.S.
American Bison - National Wildlife Federation
There are two bison subspecies, the plains bison and the wood bison. Today there are roughly 31,000 wild bison in North America (20,000 plains bison and 11,000 wood bison).