The 16 plains Bison released into Banff national park, Canada in 2017 have grown into a herd of at least 85...
Awesome, no?
That is really some positive news! Some 16 plains bison that had been released into Banff national park, Canada back in 2017 have grown into a herd of at least 85 after new calves were born last Spring...
According to RMO Today:
Banff’s bison herd has grown to between 85 and 90 animals after 16 bison calves were born in the spring.
Parks Canada officials say the herd is doing well, but will update in more detail on the progress later this year.
“Overall, the bison are doing well in the 1,200 square kilometre re-introduction zone,” said Kat Trivers, strategic communications advisor for Parks Canada, in a statement.
Here’s a video of their release in 2017:
In Banff National Park area, bison didn’t roam in the vast herds that were common on the plains, but even in low numbers they helped shape ecosystems as the historically dominant grazers.
As shown in a new research paper, bison alter landscapes in ways that benefit many other plants and animals. For example, bison fur provides insulation for bird nests, bison grazing creates habitat for elk, and they provide a rich source of nutrients for scavengers, bears, and wolves.
Hope fully more such projects will follow… [RMO Today]