The American bison (Bison bison; pl.: bison), commonly known as the American buffalo, or simply buffalo (not to be confused with true buffalo), is a species of bison that is endemic (or native) to North America. It is one of two extant species of bison, along with the European bison.

2023年7月6日 · American bison are the largest terrestrial mammals in North America. Male bison are significantly larger and heavier than females. A mature bull can reach 5.5 to 6.5 feet high at the hump and...

2025年1月15日 · The American bison differs from domestic cattle or oxen in several respects. It is larger and has a broad heavy head that is carried low and cannot be raised to shoulder level. The bison also has a pronounced hump at the shoulders, heavy forequarters, and 14 ribs instead of the 13 found in cattle. The coarse shaggy fur is dark brown in color.

2024年4月15日 · There are mainly two species of bison – American bison and European bison. On average, adult bison can grow up to 2 to 2.1 metres (6.6 feet to 6.9 ft) in height at the shoulders and 2.9 to 3.5 metres (9.5 ft – 11.4 ft) in body length.

Bison are the largest terrestrial animal in North America. They can stand up to six feet (1.8 meters) tall. A male can weigh upwards of a ton (900 kilograms), and a female can weigh about 900 pounds (400 kilograms). Along with their formidable size, bison have several unique traits that help to identify them.

Size: The range length is 3.6 m to 3.8 m in males, whereas 2.13 m to 3.18 m in females. Weight: The males of these tall animals stand at 3.6 m to 3.8 m, and females at 2.13 m to 3.18 m. Body & coat: The body is covered with shaggy brown fur, mane and beard on the chin. The head is large enough while there is a hump on the shoulder.

Bison stand some 5 to 6.5 feet tall at the shoulder, and can tip the scales at over a ton. Despite their massive size, bison are quick on their feet. When the need arises they can run...

Bison are the iconic image of the Great Plains and the Old West. They are massive, shaggy beasts and the heaviest land animals in North America. Despite their hefty size, bison are quick on their...

2017年8月26日 · The American bison is the largest mammal in North America. It grows to 7 to 11.5 feet (2.1 meters to 3.5) long from head to rump, and its tail adds an extra 20 to 23.5 inches.

2024年5月7日 · Males up to two-thirds larger than females with stouter, more robust and evenly curving horns, a much larger hump, longer pelage, and a thicker neck.