American Bison
Description
Schedule
Open year-round
Admission
Included with all tickets.
Accessibility
Read about American Bison's Debut
Explore our digital timeline for a look at American Bison’s history, as well as key Bronx Zoo achievements in saving animal species and connecting people to wildlife.
We hope you’ll celebrate the Bronx Zoo’s 125th birthday with us this summer.
Protecting an American Icon
WCS is continuing our tradition of using science-based solutions both in the field and in our wildlife parks to maintain viable bison populations, and to preserve this icon of American heritage.
National Mammal
In April of 2016, WCS and other members of the American Bison Coalition celebrated passage of the National Bison Legacy Act by Congress—making the bison the National Mammal of the United States. President Obama signed the legislation on May 9, 2016.
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