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Bison - Wyoming, USA - Male in rut - Commonly called buffalo - Males weigh up to 2000 pounds-heaviest land mammal in North America-Nearly went extinct by 1894 due to hunting prompting Congress to pass the National Park Protective Act
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Bison - Wyoming, USA - Male in rut - Commonly called buffalo - Males weigh up to 2000 pounds-heaviest land mammal in North America-Nearly went extinct by 1894 due to hunting prompting Congress to pass the National Park Protective Act
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American Bison / Buffalo - male vocalizing (bellowing) during rut, side view
Wyoming, USA
Bison bison
Males weigh up to 2000 pounds. They are the heaviest land mammal in North America. Mates in the summer-Bull enters the matriarchal herd and displays "flehmen" and "tending behavior" -Flehmen consists of curling the lip back and extending the neck and is thought to enhance the sense of smell- Male "tends" a female by remaining between her and the herd in an attempt to keep the cow isolated - Males threaten and can battle other contenders which can result in butting and horn-locking
John Cancalosi
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Behold the Mighty Bison - Roaring into Action!
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. In this photo print, we witness the awe-inspiring power and grandeur of a male bison during rutting season in Wyoming, USA. Often referred to as buffalo (though technically incorrect), these magnificent creatures can weigh up to a staggering 2000 pounds, making them the heaviest land mammal in North America. Once on the brink of extinction due to relentless hunting, their survival was secured by Congress passing the National Park Protective Act in 1894. And thank goodness for that! Just look at this incredible display of nature's strength and resilience. During mating season, known as rut, male bison engage in various fascinating behaviors. Our protagonist here is captured mid-vocalization or bellowing – an impressive sight indeed! But it doesn't stop there; he also performs "flehmen" curling his lip back and extending his neck to enhance his sense of smell. As if that wasn't enough to impress potential mates, our gallant bull engages in "tending behavior". He enters a matriarchal herd and isolates a female by positioning himself between her and the rest of the group. Talk about dedication! However, being territorial creatures with strong competition for mates, battles between contenders are not uncommon. These clashes can result in intense butting and horn-locking displays. So let this breathtaking image serve as a reminder of both nature's wonders and humanity's role in preserving them. Let us appreciate these majestic beasts from afar through prints like these while ensuring their continued protection for generations to come.
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