Species Classification
Mammalian Artiodactyla
Lifespan
25–30 years
Weight
Males: 530–840 kg;
Females: 320–540 kg
Distribution
Wide areas of central, western and southern Europe
Habitat
Open spaces in deciduous forests, mixed coniferous and broad-leaved forests, and shrublands
What do European bison eat?

They mainly feed on grass, as well as young buds and leaves.

What are the behavioral characteristics of European bison?

They are social animals. Their groups mainly fall into two types: mixed groups and bull groups.A mixed group usually has 8–13 individuals, consisting of a dominant bull, cows, young calves aged 2–3, and temporarily joined bulls.A bull group is composed entirely of bachelor males, smaller in size, usually 1–11 individuals.Mixed groups and bull groups are not fixed; their size, number and membership change constantly with region, environment and season.

What is the symbolic meaning of the European bison?

Hunting, breeding, cooking, leather, as well as literature, painting and art… European bison once played a wide role in all aspects of human society.Their powerful bodies, like perfect ancient Greek statues, carry strong totemic and symbolic significance.

Star Member

Calf Anna is the first European bison born in China.At birth, she was 90 cm tall at the shoulder and weighed 45 kg. Now she has grown into a young female with smooth, glossy brown fur that shines healthily in the sun.Anna has a gentle yet lively personality. She enjoys grazing tender grass leisurely on the grassland and occasionally trots with her tail raised, showing the vigorous posture of a bison.

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