Bringing Back Bison - Scientists in Action - Session 1
Offered By: Denver Museum of Nature & Science via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Join a fascinating 44-minute video exploring the remarkable transformation of the Rocky Mountain Arsenal from a polluted chemical weapons site to a thriving wildlife refuge near Denver. Discover how scientists are reintroducing American bison to rewild the ecosystem and witness their ecological impact. Follow U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service researchers as they conduct wellness checks on the bison herd, assessing health and genetic diversity. Learn about this unique conservation project and its significance for habitat restoration just minutes from a major metropolitan area. Gain insights into the challenges and successes of bringing back native species to their former habitats.
Syllabus
Scientists in Action: Bringing Back Bison 1 p.m. Session
Taught by
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
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