American Bison
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The American Bison is a large mammal found outdoors on the North American grasslands.

An adult male is called a bull, an adult female is called a cow, and young bison are called calves. A group of buffalo is known as a herd or a gang.

The bison has been almost extinct in the 20th century but with active conservation effort their population has rebounded to 500,000 worldwide.

There are two subspecies: the Plains Bison and the Wood Bison (which is smaller and has darker fur).

Bison once occupied much of North America, from Canada to Mexico and from coast to coast. They lived in herds that included up to several thousand individuals! Bisons were such an important part of the Native American culture that they are even in their language. Some words used by the Sioux for example, have 'bison' somewhere within them.

Although many think of bison as being slow or clumsy animals, they can run up to speeds of 30 miles per hour and jump up to 6 feet vertically! These drastic movements may look funny but they enable bison to elude predators such as wolves and bears from a very early age.

In addition to running fast, bison have been known to have great stamina.

Animal population

530,000

Population
IUCN Classification

Near Threatened (NT)

IUCN Classification

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Geeky Facts about the American Bison

Fact 1

They are North America's largest land animals.

Fact 2

Yellowstone National Park is the only place in the U.S. where bison have continuously lived since prehistoric times.

Fact 3

If the tail is standing straight up, it may be ready to charge.

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America's Magnificent National Parks - end Denver, Classic Group
America's
  Magnificent National Parks - end Denver, Classic Group
America's Magnificent National Parks - end Denver, Classic Group
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2 - Light

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£6,309 / person

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Vancouver Island & Northern Rockies
Vancouver Island & Northern Rockies
Vancouver Island & Northern Rockies
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Canada
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Active
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3 - Average

11 days from

£2,999 / person

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Highlights of the West Adventure 7D/6N
Highlights of the West Adventure 7D/6N
Highlights of the West Adventure 7D/6N
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£1,521 / person

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Hiking the Best of Yellowstone and Grand Tetons
Hiking the Best of Yellowstone and Grand Tetons
Hiking the Best of Yellowstone and Grand Tetons
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£3,370 / person

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Iconic National Parks of America
Iconic National Parks of America
Iconic National Parks of America
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Active
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£3,699 / person

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Yellowstone Wildlife Trails - Camping
Yellowstone Wildlife Trails - Camping
Yellowstone Wildlife Trails - Camping
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12 days from

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Yellowstone Camping Explorer
Yellowstone Camping Explorer
Yellowstone Camping Explorer
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£1,479 / person

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Canadian Rockies
Canadian Rockies
Canadian Rockies
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Canada
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Small Group
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3 - Average

15 days from

£2,420 / person

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Active West Coast & Canadian Rockies
Active West Coast & Canadian Rockies
Active West Coast & Canadian Rockies
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Canada
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Active
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4 - Demanding

16 days from

£3,499 / person

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Spectacular Canyons and National Parks End Rapid City
Spectacular Canyons and National Parks End Rapid City
Spectacular Canyons and National Parks End Rapid City
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USA
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Active
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2 - Light

13 days from

£2,850 / person

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Hiking in the Canadian Rockies
Hiking in the Canadian Rockies
Hiking in the Canadian Rockies
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Active
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3 - Average

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£1,750 / person

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Exploring America's National Parks
Exploring America's National Parks
Exploring America's National Parks
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USA
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Budget
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2 - Light

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£2,689 / person

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American Parks Trail with Rocky Mountaineer Option, Classic Group
American Parks Trail with Rocky Mountaineer Option, Classic Group
American Parks Trail with Rocky Mountaineer Option, Classic Group
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USA
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2 - Light

12 days from

£6,185 / person

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Western Canada Discovery
Western Canada Discovery
Western Canada Discovery
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Canada
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Small Group
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1 - Easy

9 days from

£1,138 / person

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Iconic Wildlife of Yellowstone & Grand Teton
Iconic Wildlife of Yellowstone & Grand Teton
Iconic Wildlife of Yellowstone & Grand Teton
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7 days from

£3,049 / person

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