US EditionFlorida man gored by bison in Yellowstone
- In the afternoon of May 4, 2025, near Yellowstone Lake’s Village area, a bison gored a man in his late 40s from Cape Coral, Florida, resulting in minor injuries that required emergency treatment.
- The incident happened after the individual came within an unsafe distance of the bison, disregarding the park’s rule to keep at least 25 yards away from large wildlife.
- Bison are known for their territorial behavior and unpredictability, often reacting aggressively when approached too closely. They have caused more injuries to visitors in Yellowstone National Park than any other wildlife species.
- The man sustained minor injuries from the bison's horns and received treatment from emergency personnel, making this the first reported bison-related injury in 2025.
- The National Park Service is investigating the attack and reminds visitors to stay more than 25 yards away to ensure safety for both humans and wildlife.
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Man Gets Gored By Bison At Yellowstone National Park
A Florida man was gored by a bison at Yellowstone National Park. In a press release, the National Park Service reported that a 47-year-old man was gored by a bison at Yellowstone National Park after getting too close to the animal. The incident occurred near the Lake Village area of the park, and the man reportedly had minor injuries. In its press release, the NPS reminded Yellowstone visitors that “Bison will defend their space when threatened …
Florida Man Becomes First Person This Year To Be Gored By A Yellowstone Bison
Yellowstone bison herd walking on a road Tourists getting gored by a Yellowstone bison is an entirely preventable phenomenon. Yellowstone National Park, one of our country’s most prized natural jewels, requires all tourists stay 75 yards (225ft) away from all large animals including bison but every year tourists break that rule and learn the hard way what happens when you mess with wildlife. This incident occurred at the end of last weekend, acc…
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