Bison
Specially adapted to the American West, these colossal symbols of power and beauty can run as fast as a car. Stay in awe of them from a distance.
25 YDS
Built for the Wild
Cold tolerance
Bison have a wooly undercoat that traps heat and an outer coat that repels wind and snow.
Sturdy build
Heavier up front and lighter in the back. Built for snow, gravel, mud, etc.
Horns
Not just for show. They're defensive tools both males and females possess. Tread carefully.
Dust baths
Bison roll in the dust to manage flies, ticks and lice and shed their winter coats.
Wild Facts
Bison might be hefty, but they can jump up to 6 feet vertically. Don't spook them.
In Grand Teton and nearby, bison are one of the biggest (and few) causes of traffic pileups, known locally as "buffalo jams."