A bison injured a tourist at the Bridge Bay Campground in Yellowstone National Park, tossing him over eight feet into the air. The incident, which occurred on July 12, 2026, was captured on video by photographer Mike MacLeod. The bison, estimated to be at least six feet tall, charged at the man after initially appearing distracted. Witnesses reported that the man was seriously injured, and his grandson indicated that he has significant injuries. Other bystanders assisted in diverting the bison to help the injured individual. This incident marks the second bison attack in Yellowstone this year, following an attack on a 12-year-old boy in June. Authorities stated that the tourist was at a safe distance from the bison at the time of the attack.
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Bison Injures Tourist at Yellowstone National Park
A bison attacked and injured a tourist at Yellowstone National Park on July 12, 2026, launching him over eight feet into the air. The incident was recorded by a photographer, and witnesses reported that the man sustained serious injuries. This is the second bison attack in the park this year.
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Bison Injures Tourist at Yellowstone National Park