Wood bison or plains bison: which giant is more resilient?

Ongoing research in Interior Alaska (August 2026) is uncovering new insights into wood bison ecology and their impact on boreal ecosystems. As North America's largest land animal, they face different challenges than their plains-dwelling cousins. Which of these iconic bison species do you think is better adapted to the changing North American wild? Source: ADF&G / Newsweek. Original editorial visuals.