Yellowstone euthanizes bison calf after man's interference.
TL;DR
Yellowstone National Park officials euthanized a newborn bison calf after a visitor separated it from its mother and herd, causing it to struggle. The calf was later seen approaching cars and people, creating a hazardous situation. After park rangers failed to reunite the calf with its herd, they decided to euthanize it. The unidentified man who disturbed the calf could face charges for disturbing wildlife, disorderly conduct, and approaching wildlife. Visitors at Yellowstone have previously interacted with bison and been injured severely.
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- Man 'intentionally disturbed' bison calf in Yellowstone, resulting in its death, park says 9News.com KUSA
- Yellowstone officials search for man who disturbed bison calf, resulting in its death NBC Montana
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