American Bison
Bison bison
American Bison
Bison bison
Males: 2000-2400 lbs. (males weigh more than females)
Females: 800-1100 lbs.
Males: 6 feet high at hump
Females: 4-5 feet at the hump
Human Care: 25 years
Wild: ~15 years
North America
Fun Facts
- Largest land dwelling mammal in North America.
- Named the national mammal in 2016.
- Bison are important for preserving grasslands (hooves break up soil and spread nutrients; feces is fertilizer; seed dispersal via coats).
- Can reach speeds up to 35 mph.