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Though the terms are often used interchangeably, buffalo and bison are distinct animals. Old World “true” buffalo (Cape buffalo and water buffalo) are native to Africa and Asia. Bison are found in North America and Europe. Both bison and buffalo are in the bovidae family, but the two are not closely related.
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A Plains Bison (Bison bison) resting on the prairie landscape of Grasslands National Park east of Val Marie, Saskatchewan, Canada.
19 May, 2018.
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I've used quite a lot of post-processing to bring out the contrast and isolate the subject in this shot taken at RZSS's Highland Wildlife Park near Kincraig.
Bison at Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, with the Denver skyline and Rocky Mountains in the background.
Another image from the morning of May 15th in Custer State Park. I'm alternating between fur and feathers for this series.
Calving had occurred for the bison herd in Custer, and the cows had decided to show off their babies by hanging out near the road. There were well over 100 cows and at least 60 calves very close to the wildlife loop road.
This majestic animal was intent on watching me, while I photograph him. unfazed by our long Minnesota winters.
They had a lot to do with early American history .
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Bison are large, even-toed ungulates in the genus Bison within the subfamily Bovinae. Two extant and six extinct species are recognised. Of the six extinct species, five became extinct in the Quaternary extinction event. Wikipedia
Height: Bison latifrons: 8.2 ft.
Mass: Bison antiquus: 3,500 lbs
If you spend enough time watching Yellowstone’s bison, you start to notice how structured their world really is. Bulls usually live apart from the main herds, either roaming solo or gathering in small bachelor groups of up to 30 individuals. Females, meanwhile, stay in maternal herds with their calves and younger offspring. For most of the year, these groups remain separate, only coming together during the breeding season in spring and again in fall—right around the time we were visiting in October. At other times, they may briefly mix when food or water is scarce.
Both male and female herds have clear dominance hierarchies. A bison’s rank is often tied to age and birth order, with older animals typically holding higher status. Among bulls, one dominant male usually emerges, asserting himself through deep growls, grunts, and broad, imposing postures.
Mature bulls are truly impressive—standing around six feet tall and weighing between 1,800 and 2,400 pounds. Despite their immense size, they can move quickly and powerfully, especially during the heightened competition of the breeding season. Watching these social dynamics unfold adds an entirely new layer of appreciation for Yellowstone’s iconic wildlife.
Bison on the Prairie, captured on Mamiya medium format camera. Nature Conservancy Prairie Preserve, North of Pawhuska, Oklahoma.
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A pair of wood bison seen in northern British Columbia. They are noticeably larger than our Plains Bison. Another fine specimen in comments.
Wood bison, the largest animal in the Americas, once roamed throughout present-day Alaska and western Canada. But unregulated hunting in the 1800s nearly wiped them out, and by the middle of the 20th century some thought the animals were extinct. But then, in 1957, a small herd was found in a remote part of Alberta by the crew of a plane flying overhead. Since then, their numbers have rebounded to around 11,000 in Canada, as governmental organizations have helped breed and repatriate them to a few parts of their former range. May they thrive and prosper.
Have a wonderful Spring week!
Plains Bison (Bison bison) bull bellowing out its call during the onset of the breeding season in Elk Island National Park east of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
There were a number of bulls calling out on the grasslands but none of them were really out to challenge another bull on the day we visited the park. I believe it was still early in the season and they were just starting to feel the biological urge.
23 July, 2016.
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Massive North American Bison (Bison bison) bull bellowing out its call during the onset of the breeding season in Elk Island National Park east of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
There were a number of bulls calling out on the grasslands but none of them were really out to challenge another bull on the day we visited the park. I believe it was still early in the season and they were just starting to feel the biological urge.
23 July, 2016.
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Bison grazing near West Thumb Geyser Basin. West Thumb Geyser Basin is one of the smallest geyser basins in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
This cow bison totally closed the boardwalk at Biscuit Basin. I was on the side with the snowcoach and the driver, but the other four were stuck out there surrounded by thermals. Funny for awhile...but she really seemed to be enjoying herself!
The bull is up unable to stand the constant biting and buzzing of the bugs any longer. He soon rolled in his dusty wallow again to help fend them off. But this only does so for a short time. Danged bugs.....
Few things symbolize the American West more than the Bison. This Bison was climbing a small hill, trying to rejoin the herd, in Lamar Valley on the northern edge of the park.
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Plains Bison (Bison bison) in the aspen woods in Elk Island National Park about 45 minutes east of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
14 November, 2015.
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Yellowstone National Park - Early morning attempt to utilise the discharge from a geyser to get a little warmth.
Exchanging glances with a large Bison bull near Slough Creek in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, in light rain.
an european bison bull strolls along the edges of Bialowieza NP forest in the search of food, north eastern poland.
Plains Bison (Bison bison) in the aspen woods in Elk Island National Park about 45 minutes east of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
14 November, 2015.
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