Roaming Free: The Resurgence of Wildebeest in Yellowstone National Park
Roaming Free: The Resurgence of Wildebeest in Yellowstone National Park
In a surprising turn of events, Yellowstone National Park has witnessed a remarkable resurgence of wildebeest, also known as gnus, within its boundaries. For decades, the park’s wildebeest population had been nonexistent, but thanks to a concerted conservation effort, these magnificent creatures are once again roaming free in the American wilderness.
A Brief History
Wildebeest were once native to the region, but their numbers drastically declined in the late 19th century due to overhunting and habitat loss. By the early 20th century, they had vanished from Yellowstone altogether. The park’s …