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Visitors Harass Bison Calf in Grand Teton, Prompting Investigation and Search for Those Responsible

  • Authorities are looking for two men seen harassing a baby bison in Grand Teton National Park.
  • Interference from humans can lead animals to abandon their young, often resulting in euthanasia of the animal.
  • Park visitors are warned to stay at least 100 yards from bears and wolves and 25 yards from other wildlife in order to protect the animals.
  • Last month, a man pleaded guilty to disturbing a bison calf in Yellowstone National Park, which officials then had to euthanize.
  • There have been several recent incidents of humans interfering with wildlife in national parks.
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