In the US state of Wyoming, Yellowstone National Park claims to have killed a baby bison after it was purposefully touched by a visitor. According to the park, the tourist was attempting to assist the calf in reuniting with its herd after it became separated from its mother. Despite numerous attempts by park authorities to reintegrate the young bison, the herd rejected the calf. Yellowstone is currently looking into the situation. The calf was abandoned by the herd and was “creating a hazardous situation” by approaching cars and pedestrians on the road, according to the park on Tuesday.
The public is now being asked for information about the incident by law authorities in Yellowstone National Park
“An unidentified white male in his 40-the 50s, wearing a blue shirt and black pants” approached the newborn bison on Saturday after the calf had been separated from its herd while trying to cross the Lamar River. “As the calf struggled, the man pushed the calf up from the river and onto the roadway,” the park said. The newborn animal was later seen on the road around vehicles and visitors. Interference by people can cause a herd to reject its offspring. “Approaching wild animals can drastically affect their well-being and, in this case, their survival,” the news release said, noting that people are required to stay at least 25 yards (23m) away from all wildlife, and 100 yards away from bears and wolves. “The safety of these animals, as well as human safety, depends on everyone using good judgment and following these simple rules.” The public is now being asked for information about the incident by law authorities in Yellowstone National Park.