Bull bison tosses Yellowstone tourist 8ft in air, with run-in caught on video
Summary
A 2,000-pound bull bison in Yellowstone National Park tossed a tourist about 8 feet into the air at a campground, seriously injuring him. The incident was recorded by a nearby photographer and happened despite the tourist following park safety advice.Key Facts
- The bison weighed around 2,000 pounds (900 kg) and was agitated during the attack.
- The tourist was walking with his grandson at Bridge Bay campground in Yellowstone when attacked.
- The man was seriously injured after the bison flipped him with its horn.
- A professional photographer captured video of the event and described the bison’s aggressive behavior.
- The bison charged a pickup truck before focusing on the grandfather and grandson.
- Park rules advise visitors to keep at least 25 yards away from bison and other animals.
- Yellowstone officials warn animals in the park are wild and dangerous even if they look calm.
- The injured man followed park guidelines but was still attacked unexpectedly.
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