The American Buffalo is not a true buffalo. Its closest relative is the European Bison or Wisent and the Canadian Woods Bison, not the buffalo of Asia or Africa, such as the Cape Buffalo or Water Buffalo. Scientifically, the American Buffalo is named Bison and belongs to Bovidae family of mammals, as do domestic cattle. Because our history has so ingrained in us the name "Buffalo", we still use it, although "Bison" and "Buffalo" are used interchangeably.
Nena
11-Mar-2007 06:00
What is the difference or is there, between a Buffalo and Bison? thanks
Nena
10-Mar-2007 23:43
What is the difference or is there, between a Buffalo and Bison? thanks
