Near Threatened
American Bison
Bison bison
A massive grazing mammal of North American plains and prairie ecosystems.
Category
Mammal
Habitat
Grassland
Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
10–20 years in the wild
Size
Shoulder height 1.5–2 m; weight 300–1,000 kg
Scientific Name
Bison bison
About American Bison
A massive grazing mammal of North American plains and prairie ecosystems.
It belongs to the Mammal group and is commonly associated with grassland habitats with a herbivore diet, with a lifespan of 10–20 years in the wild, a size of Shoulder height 1.5–2 m; weight 300–1,000 kg, a conservation status of Near Threatened.
Fun Fact
Bison can run surprisingly fast despite their size.
Where American Bison Lives
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