American Bison
Bison bison
Body Length:Males: 9'–12'; Females: 7'–8'
Tail Length:19.75–23.5"
Height:5–6' at the shoulder
Weight:Males: 2,000 lbs; Females:1,100 lbs
Geographic Distribution: National parks and refuges in the western United States
Habitat:Plains, open grasslands, prairies, river valleys, and coniferous forests
Wild Diet:Shrubs, twigs, and grasses
Zoo Diet:Herbivore grain pellets, grass, hay, carrots, and lettuce.
Status in the Wild:Near Threatened
Location:Great Bear Wilderness