Bison tossing man 8 feet in air at Yellowstone National Park caught on video
A man was seriously injured when a bison tossed him eight feet into the air at Yellowstone National Park.
Summary
A 65-year-old man suffered serious injuries after being tossed approximately eight feet into the air by a bull bison at a campground in Yellowstone National Park. The incident was captured on video, showing the bison appearing agitated before charging at the man, who was attempting to flee. The tourist received medical attention for his significant injuries.
Why it's important
This event serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of wildlife in Yellowstone National Park and the potential dangers visitors face when approaching wild animals too closely.
Key Points
- Bison attack at Yellowstone
- Tourist injured by bison
- Viral video of bison encounter
Key Narratives
Based on positions and claims visible in the cited sources. Missing viewpoints are not inferred as full national or institutional perspectives.
The park is home to unpredictable wildlife, highlighting the need for visitor caution.
Photographer who captured the video of the bison attack.
Involved Entities
Yellowstone National Park, Mike MacLeod
Sources (3)
Bison tossing man 8 feet in air at Yellowstone National Park caught on video
In the video of the attack, taken by photographer Mike MacLeod, the bull bison appears to be agitated and roaming around the campground before it charges at the man.
WATCH: Viral Video captures bull bison tossing 65-year-old tourist 8 feet into the air at Yellowstone National Park
A tourist was tossed eight feet into the air by a bull bison. The incident occurred after the visitor approached the wild animal too closely. Witnesses watched in shock as the powerful bison charged t
Bison tosses man 8 feet in the air at Yellowstone National Park, video shows
A 65-year-old man was thrown 8 feet into the air by bison who charged at him in Yellowstone National Park, video shows.
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