Bison are the largest land mammals in North America. This old bull rests up for the rut.
Bull growls deeply and loudly like an elephant or lion, with tongue out, near ear of cow.
Bull separates calf from cow during rut.
Two bulls joust, while another waits his turn .....
Another growler makes cow's life miserable by 'herding' here around for about two weeks, all for a 15-20 minute period when she is finally in estrus.
One of our most amazing nature experiences ever was observing these two young bison calves exhibit pure joy! The calves spontaneously chase a raven in the foggy, early morning. The one in rear kicks up its heels in hot pursuit as he joins the first troublemaker in the chase! The huge raven leaps up and makes his escape.
At an overlook, a surprise as bull follows cow onto precipice, just across rail that these animals can jump. Very dangerous, numerous people are gored by bison in Yellowstone each when they ignore warnings to stay away from the passive looking animals.
Check out those pantaloons on the forelegs!
More bison fashion: This cow has winter fur left hanging, making for a stylish addition during rutting season.
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