San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, with so many treasures across almost 1,000 acres, is arguably one of the best urban parks in the world. There’s a pair of windmills that look like they belong in the Dutch countryside, and through an elaborate gate you'll find the oldest public Japanese teagarden in the United States. But perhaps the wildest treasure in the park is the herd of American bison. Seeing the bison in the park is unexpected, says #BayCurious listener Paul Irving. After all, bison aren't native to San Francisco, and they certainly stand out in today's urban setting. After years of cycling past the paddock, Irving asked Bay Curious: "What's the story behind the bison in Golden Gate Park?" The answer goes back hundreds of years. Head to the 🔗 in our bio for the full story. ✍️: Jessica Placzek/KQED