Protect the American Bison
North America's Endangered Animals
Protect the American Bison from Extinction
(Wilson , and Ruff)By the 1900's the population of the American Bison was reduced to two hundred and fifty. Not only had the hunters decreased the animal's population, but diseases such as tuberculosis and anthrax threatened the species. (American Bison)
Description
The American has a shaggy, brown fur coat during the winter and a lighter brown coat for the summer. They can weigh up to a ton except males are found to be larger than females . (C, W, and H) Both genders have two short, black horns at the front of its head, except male's curve slightly inward. (C. R.) It is classified as a mammal.
Food Chain
American Bisons are considered herbivores because they feed regularly on prairie grass, such as sedges, forbes, willows, and lichens.(C. R.) They are hunted mainly by humans and calves and sick or old bisons might be hunted by wolves.
Habitat
The American Bison is located mainly on the continent of North America, but can be found in fewer populations on other locations. (Wilson , and Ruff)Bisons are found in flat lands. In summer time, they are found in small willow pastures and uplands. During the winter they travel to wet sedge meadows and lake shores, and in the fall they can be found in the forest. (C. R.)
How the American Bison Adapts
Critical Information
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