Male bison "bellow" in order to announce their presence and establish dominance in a herd. During the mating season or "rut," bellowing becomes more prevalent, creating a signature sound of midsummer in Yellowstone.
Credit / Author:
NPS/Jennifer Jerrett
Date created:
10/14/2020
Bison (bellow)
It's late summer, and male bison along the Mary Mountain Trail bellow to display their dominance over other bulls.
Credit / Author:
NPS/Shan Burson
Date created:
10/14/2020
Bison (bellow)
A longer version of the above clip. In this one, you can hear bison browsing on grasses as well as bellowing.