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Mammals
Bison
Bison bison
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Lifespan
- 15-20 years
- Weight
- 360-1,000 kg
- Conservation
- Near Threatened
The Bison (Bison bison) is a herbivore species found in North American grasslands. It typically lives 15-20 years, weighing around 360-1,000 kg, and is currently classified as Near Threatened on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the bison: Despite their size, bison can run up to 55 km/h.
Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrates that nurse their young and are found on every continent except Antarctica. From tiny rodents to massive whales, this group includes some of the most intelligent and adaptable animals on Earth.