American Bison

The Bison is the state mammal of Kansas. Although they look slow and docile, they can become aggressive if threatened or startled. They can run at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour and are extremely agile. The bison nearly became extinct due to over hunting in the 19th century. But conservation efforts and reintroduction from captivity helped save it from extinction. It now has a conservation status of “least concern.”