Most bison calves arrive at Prairie State Park by late spring, but, occasionally, one comes along much later.
This little one arrived just a few days ago in late August.
I don't know if it's a boy or girl, yet, but it sure is a cutie!
Bison calves weigh between 30 to 70 pounds at birth and are a pumpkin-orange in color for the first few months.
Calves are protected, not only by the mother, but by the whole herd.
My co-workers and I call baby bison "pumpkins", but I recently heard another friend describe them as "pennies on the prairie." I kind of like that, too!
I hope your September is off to a great start!
Until next time...
~Rebecca
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