# @nationalparkservice on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CTAvVpTnxRq
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/21026552-nationalparkservice-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2021-08-25T20:55:36.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** National Park Service (@nationalparkservice) — https://gondola.cc/nationalparkservice

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It’s our buff-day! 🦬⁣
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Sorry, birthday! We’re going to party like it's our birthday. Hey, like starlings on a bison, we’re just winging it. ⁣
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This bison doesn’t look too excited, but it’s only Wednesday. Seeing a bison in person can be an amazing experience. But do be careful. They are big, can run pretty fast, and don’t mind taking you down a few pegs. ⁣
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What may attract a bison to you? Bison are attracted to areas with protein-rich vegetation, tall grasses, and fear. Just kidding, it’s mainly the greens. Perhaps, you should avoid standing in their grass buffet. ⁣
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Sometimes, you may be extremely careful, meticulously follow all regulations and bison safety tips, yet still come across a bison. If they don’t move, it's you who should back away. No shame. You know your abilities. Walk away so you can walk away from another animal on another day. ⁣
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If a bison does start to head your way, secure the pants, back away slowly and don’t run or make sudden movements. ⁣
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Now there are some clear signs that a bison is agitated and might ruin your day. Watch for and retreat when you notice agitation. An ‘agitated bison’ (Good name for a band. We called it first) is not something you want to mess with. Signs of agitation include: snorting, shaking or tossing of its head, pawing the ground, raising its tail, and bluff charges. (Similar to us getting out of bed and ready for work each morning.) ⁣
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In conclusion, happy buff-day. Let’s make good choices and have safe park experiences. ⁣
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Image: A bison with several starlings (they are clearly here for the appetizers) perched on its back at @windcavenps in South Dakota. NPS/ Kim Acker⁣
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#bison #buffalo #windcave #nps105 #birthday #nationalparkservice

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| National Park Service | @nationalparkservice | https://gondola.cc/nationalparkservice | Government Organization |

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