Stampeding Bison Destroy Fence Near Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Wild footage out of Wyoming an amateur wildlife photographer captured a bison stampede destroying a fence in a matter of moments. 'A wild bison stampede is officially one of the craziest things that I've ever seen in my life. Dust clouded the air as the ground shook, and in the blink of an eye these bison reminded everyone that they run Wyoming.' The photographer was out with Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris, a family-owned company offering once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experiences in Jackson Hole, Grand Teton, and Yellowstone National Parks when they came across the Grand Teton Bison Herd stuck between a fence and the grounds that they wanted to occupy. They massive animals sprinted back and forth along the fence for about 5 minutes before one of them decided to leap the barrier. 'Once 1 or 2 bison made the jump, the rest followed suit. Some jumped over it, some smashed through it, while others ripped the wire apart and went under it.' While not pictured in the video, some tourists in the vicinity apparently threw caution to the wind and got way too close to the aciton: 'It was absolutely amazing to see. The only thing crazier than the bison, were the tourists that went and stood along the fence 10 yards away from these wild bison as if they were at a zoo.' Bison are dangerous at anytime throughout the year but especially during the annual breeding season or rut which is happening now. During the rut male bison known as bulls, experience a massive spike in testosterone, making them erratic, hyper-alert, and highly aggressive toward other males and perceived threats including humans that get too close. While visiting bison territory remember give them plenty of space and admire these powerful creatures from a safe distance. Bison Safety Guidelines: Give bison space when they are near a campsite, trail, boardwalk, parking lot, or in a developed area. If need be, turn around and go the other way to avoid interacting with a wild animal in close proximity. Approaching bison threatens them, and they may respond by bluff charging, head bobbing, pawing, bellowing, or snorting. These are warning signs that you are too close and that a charge is imminent. Do not stand your ground. Immediately walk or run away from the animal. Spray bear spray as you are moving away if the animal follows you. Related