PBS
Pbs: Nature: American Buffalo: Spirit of a Nation
Website that accompanies the PBS movie "American Buffalo: Spirit of a Nation." Offers information about the American buffalo and its struggles in the modern world. Also discusses the impact of national parks on buffalo.
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Bison (Bison Bison)
Investigate the world of the Bison and discover information on the appearance, habitat, and conservation status of the largest land mammal in North America. Includes images and statistics.
Nature Conservancy
Nature Conservancy: Animals We Protect: American Bison
Illustrated profile of the American bison, the largest land mammal in North America.
The BIG zoo
The Big Zoo: American Bison
This site provides a general overview of the American Bison. Content explores what this animal eats, where it lives, and its existing social structure.
BBC
Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: American Bison
Use this site to learn some amazing facts about the American Bison and their close brush with extinction.
Read Works
Read Works: Where the Bison Roam
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the repopulation of the Southern bison. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: American Bison
Can you name any characteristics specific to the American Bison? This site provides information pertaining to this magnificent mammal. Find out about reproduction, habitat, food, behavior, sounds they make, and more when you explore this...
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: American Bison
American bison used to number in the many millions and are now confined to small protected areas. Some facts about these magnificent creatures and photos are available here.
Text Project
Text Project: Fyi for Kids: Bison [Pdf]
This FYI for Kids (Volume 4, Issue 1) article focuses on Bison. It explains the difference between bison and buffalo, how the Native Americans used them, how they were hunted to near extinction by settlers, and how they are returning to...
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: American Bison
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of American Bison (Bison bison), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be found here.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Hall of Mammals: Bison
Brief overview of the bison and accompanying photos demonstrate the physical adaptations that allow this animal to survive in its habitat.
Chicago Zoological Society
Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: American Bison
Get acquainted with the American bison in this animal guide from the Brookfield Zoo. Highlights includes quick facts and details on its appearance, eating habits, and history of this nearly extinct mammal.
Other
American Buffalo
Hundreds of buffalo images can be found on this site. The images include drawings, paintings, and photographs.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: American Mammals: American Bison
The American Bison's recovery from near extinction parallels what happened to the European Bison, Bison bonasus. Once abundant and widespread in northern latitudes, their decline in several countries since the 6th century has been...
Exploring Nature
Exploring Nature Educational Resource: Bison
Explore facts about bison, including where they live, what they eat, how they reproduce, and their lifespan. A full classification is also included.
Ducksters
Ducksters: American Bison or Buffalo
Kids learn about the American Bison, giant buffalo that ran in huge herds until nearly hunted to extinction.