A 30-year-old man from Randolph, New Jersey, was gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning around 9:45 a.m. This incident occurred in the Old Faithful area when a large group of visitors reportedly got too close to the animal. The man sustained minor injuries and received treatment; however, his name and current condition were not disclosed as the incident remains under investigation by park officials.
This marks the second goring incident involving a bison in Yellowstone this spring. On May 7, a 47-year-old man from Cape Coral, Florida, was also gored and suffered minor injuries in the Lake Village area. The history of similar incidents is concerning, as bison gored at least two individuals in Yellowstone last year, including an 83-year-old woman from South Carolina who faced serious injuries. Additionally, a woman from Arizona was gored in 2023, and there were two injuries reported from bison in 2022.
Bison are recognized as the largest land animals in North America, with the capability of running up to 35 mph, which exceeds the men’s world record in the 100-meter dash. Reaching heights of up to 6 feet and weighing as much as 2,000 pounds, they pose significant risks to visitors. Given this, Yellowstone’s park regulations ensure visitors maintain a safe distance, requiring them to stay at least 25 yards away from bison and other large herbivores, and 100 yards from bears and wolves. This incident highlights the importance of adhering to safety guidelines when observing wildlife in the park.
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