There were also several small herds owned by private individuals. With the passing of the bison protection law, game preserves were established that have ensured the survival of the bison. Today, more than 125,000 bison roam the North American continent. Here they roamed freely on 46,000 acres of park land. By 1962, the herd had increased to 145 individuals.
Bison are wild animals and are dangerous if provoked.
They an run up to 35 miles per hour and turn faster than a horse. Please, view them at a distance.