bison, american

Describes the history and near-extinction of the American bison or buffalo and its preservation today mainly in parks and preserves.

Discusses the life cycle of the bison, its role in the settlement of the American West, and its near extinction.

Discusses the legends and lore connected with the bison and describes its physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior.

Describes the life of American bison on the National Bison Range in Montana and in other parks and preserves, with an emphasis on how humans must carefully manage each herd for its own good.