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Two American bison are joining the Abilene Zoo family, bringing the species back to the Abilene community. A century ago, bison roamed the grasslands that are now Abilene and have long been a ...

According to the zoo, two American bison will soon call the zoo home. The Abilene Zoo housed bison for years until 2011 when they were relocated to a private facility. Now, thanks to the Weilert ...

ABILENE, Texas — Two American bison are joining the Abilene Zoo family, bringing the species back to the Abilene community. A century ago, bison roamed the grasslands that are now Abilene and have ...

Jan. 30—ABILENE — Abilene Zoo has announced the arrival of two American bison, bringing one of North America's most iconic species back to the Abilene community. Just one century ago ...

Now, that symbol has returned, as two American bison are set to make the Abilene Zoo their new home. Where the buffalo roam: A look back on a Texas mascot, and how to see one today A century ago ...

The Abilene Zoo has announced the return of an iconic Big Country symbol, the bison. In a press release, the zoo heralded the bison as one of North America's most celebrated species. "Just one ...

The Abilene Zoo welcomes the return of bison after their removal in 2011. The first bison reintroduced, Uno, was donated by the Weilert family and is viewable to the public. Zoo officials hope ...

Each species has specific rituals to attract mates, and success typically comes from doing what is expected (and doing it ...

The small herd includes 11 bison that were first brought to Fort Peck in 2024 from Yellowstone, recognized as one of the last ...