We have some exciting news coming for you tomorrow about bison returning to their home in the Northern Great Plains. In the meantime, check out five incredible facts about America’s national mammal. | World Wildlife Fund

Once numbering 60 million on the North American plains, the American bison were nearly driven to extinction. Since 2020, over 2,300 bison have been returned to Tribal lands across 10 states through Indigenous-led efforts involving 86 Tribal Nations. This is not just species recovery - it’s cultural restoration, land healing and reconnection. Read More: bit.ly/47l3MLU #BisonRestoration #TribalLands #Conservation | Conservation Frontlines

Bison are an iconic American species, but one that was almost lost to us. During the 19th century, the U.S. government encouraged mass hunting of bison as a commercial enterprise and as a tactic in the war against tribes of the Great Plains. As many as 60 million bison were killed. Today, bison populations are recovering, but there is still much scientists have to learn about North America's largest native herbivore. Learn more about how Smithsonian researchers are working to restore bison to th