Details for American Bison

• American Bison

  The American bison (Bison bison) is a large, iconic North American mammal, characterized by its shaggy brown fur, massive head, and prominent shoulder hump. They are the largest land mammals in North America, with males standing up to 2 meters (6.5 feet) tall at the shoulder and weighing over 900 kg (2,000 lbs). Historically, they roamed the Great Plains in vast herds. American bison are herbivores, primarily grazing on grasses. They are social animals, living in herds, and played a crucial ecological role in grassland ecosystems. Significant conservation efforts have helped bring them back from near extinction.

  

  Habitat: The American Bison lives in United-states-of-america, Mexico, Canada.