A herd of over 150 bison leisurely walked down a road in Yellowstone National Park (USA), causing alarm among visitors.
The video capturing the herd was recorded by the YouTube account Broyles Outdoors from inside a car.
“They’re coming. Oh my God, this is crazy. They could cause significant damage to our vehicle,” said a passenger in the car.
According to Broyles Outdoors, his encounter with the herd lasted 10 minutes.
Previously, officials at Yellowstone National Park warned people to be cautious as bison would be moving more as winter approaches.
“When the snow starts to fall, bison begin to move to lower ground, often along park roadways. People are reminded to drive carefully, keeping a distance of 75 feet from bison and 300 feet from bears and wolves“, officials cautioned.
Bison herd on the road.
In 2020, Yellowstone National Park reported a population of 4,680 bison living in the area.
They are divided into two main herds, one residing in the north with 3,400 individuals, and another in the central region with 1,250.
Male bison can weigh up to 2,000 pounds, while females weigh around 1,000 pounds.
The park also advises visitors not to approach bison and other wildlife for photographs.
“Bison are wild animals. They will react to perceived threats with aggressive behaviors such as stomping, snorting, shaking their heads, and charging. For your safety, keep your distance, move away if they approach, and run or find shelter if they charge at you,” the advisory stated.
