North America’s largest land mammal: BISON! #NationalBisonDay Bison can weigh up to 2000 pounds and be almost 2 meters in height! Despite their size and weight, they are able to jump over obstacles that are almost 6 feet high! Bison calves are born with an orange-red or cinnamon-colored coat which lasts for the first few months. Eventually, they will grow a dark brown coat as well as a large shoulder hump and horns! You can watch this episode of Wild Kratts called "Where the Bison Roam" on the P

The mighty bison! The largest animal in North America weighs roughly 2,000 pounds and stands about 6 feet tall. #WildlifeWednesday 📷 IG: 'mkluckhohn_photography' Discover all of the wildlife wonders around Cody Yellowstone – bit.ly/2NWGd4B | Cody Yellowstone

Did you know Bison are the largest land mammal in North America? They weigh up to 2,000 pounds and stand 6 feet tall! #WildlifeWednesday 📷 'mkluckhohn_photography' | Cody Yellowstone

Bison used to freely roam the Great Plains. As a keystone species, they are indicators of a healthy ecosystem and are an integral part of the restoration of the northern plains. After a 120 year absence, our Last Wild Places initiative partner American Prairie Reserve is working to relocate and reintroduce populations back to their original habitat. | National Geographic Society