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A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Bison (Bison Bison)

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: American Bison

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Encyclopedia of Life

Encyclopedia of Life: American Bison

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: American Bison

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of Natural History: American Mammals: American Bison

For Students 4th - 8th
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...
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Exploring Nature

Exploring Nature Educational Resource: Bison

For Students 3rd - 8th
Explore facts about bison, including where they live, what they eat, how they reproduce, and their lifespan. A full classification is also included.