Meet the Bison
Bison are one of the two largest surviving terrestrial animals in North America and Europe. They are typically cloven hooved and are similar in appearance to other bovines such as cattle and true buffalo. They are broad and muscular with shaggy coats.
About the Bison
Bison are nomadic grazers and typically travel in herds. They can move at speeds up to 35 mph and cover long distances at a lumbering gallop. American Bison typically live in river valleys and on prairies or plains. They have few predators, but a few notable exceptions include grizzly bears, grey wolves, cougars, and humans.
| Height | 6'7" tall; 11'6" long |
| Weight | 880-2,800 pounds |
| Diet | Grasses, sedges, woody plants |
| Gestation Period | 9.5 months |
| Life Span | Up to 20 years |
| Threats | Natural predators, humans |
their tails show their mood
When the tail is hanging down, the bison is usually calm. If the tail is sticking straight up, watch out, because a bison might be ready to charge. Bison are best to be admired from a distance.
WELCOME TO BEAVERS BEND SAFARI PARK
Nestled in 90 acres in Broken Bow, OK, Beavers Bend Safari Park is home to a variety of animals like Bison, Zebra, Ostrich, Zubu, Deer, and more.
