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 a height of 4-5 …
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, and the …
Bison Bounced Back From Near Extinction | HowStuffWorks
Apr 30, 2025 · Massive, majestic and deeply woven into the fabric of North American history, the bison is more than just an iconic mammal; it's a symbol of survival and conservation.
Plains Bison (Bison bison bison) | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
A familiar icon of the American West, the Plains bison (Bison bison bison), also commonly called buffalo, is one of two subspecies of the American bison, with the other being the wood bison (Bison bison …
Bison, key to conservation, return to Kane County after 200 years
5 days ago · Citizens can help monitor the prairie and bison, and Native Americans can reconnect to their roots under a community science program.
American Bison - National Geographic Kids
Bison are the iconic image of the Great Plains and the Old West. They are massive, shaggy beasts and the heaviest land animals in North America. Despite their hefty size, bison are quick on...