Bison (genus)

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Scope note
Members of the genus containing two living species of ox-like grazing mammals, formerly abundant in Europe (now existing only in Lithuania) and North America. Often incorrectly called by the popular name "buffaloes," which are correctly animals of different genera than bison.
Bison
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024