Bison

• the American bison (Bison bison).
  The American bison is native to North America, where it once roamed in vast herds across the continent.
  Today, the American bison is found only in protected areas, such as national parks, reserves, and ranches.
  The largest population of American bison is in Yellowstone National Park and Wood Buffalo National Park in Canada.
  The American bison prefers open habitats, such as plains, grasslands, savannas, and semiarid lands.

• The European bison (Bison bonasus), also known as the wisent.
  The European bison is native to Europe and the Caucasus, where it was once widespread and abundant.
  However, due to hunting, habitat loss, and diseases, the European bison became extinct in the wild by the early 20th century.
  Thanks to conservation efforts, the European bison has been reintroduced to several countries, such as Poland, Belarus, Russia, Germany, and Romania.
  The largest wild population of European bison is in the Białowieża Forest.
  The European bison inhabits mixed forests, meadows, and pastures.

A bison is a large, hairy animal that belongs to the bovine family.

It has a massive head, a humped shoulder, and short, curved horns.

It also has a long, shaggy coat that can be brown, black, or white.

Bison have powerful legs and can run up to 55 km/h (35 mph).

They live in herds and graze on grasses and other plants.

Bison are important animals for many cultures and ecosystems.

They have been hunted for their meat, hide, and horns by humans for thousands of years.

They also play a key role in maintaining the biodiversity and health of the grasslands they inhabit.

Bison are considered symbols of strength, endurance, and freedom by many people.