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Bison

Commonly called “buffalo”, bison are the largest land mammals in North America. Bison were hunted to near-extinction in the 1800s. Today bison are making a comeback and Defenders is helping to make this a wildlife success story.

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In the Field

Defenders of Wildlife is working to restore and increase bison herds on public and tribal lands.

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Management and Policy

Defenders of Wildlife is working to end the slaughter of bison near Yellowstone National Park.

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