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, 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 European …

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 …

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 …

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.

Dec 25, 2025 · Citizens can help monitor the prairie and bison, and Native Americans can reconnect to their roots under a community science program.

Senate Bill 25-053 establishes free-roaming, wild bison that travel into Colorado will be managed as a big-game species. CPW may issue special management licenses as needed for specific purposes, …

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...

Bison historically occurred throughout the grasslands and open savannas of North America. However, they were also found from boreal habitats to semi-desert habitats if grazing was suitable.

Want to learn more about the American and European bison? Here are all the facts you need to know about these massive land mammals.