Florida Man Gored By Bison At Yellowstone National Park

A 47-year-old man from Cape Coral, Florida, was gored by a bison at Yellowstone National Park. The incident occurred in the Lake Village area when the man got too close to the animal, according to park officials. Emergency medical personnel treated him for minor injuries.

The National Park Service (NPS) emphasizes the importance of maintaining a safe distance from wildlife, advising visitors to stay at least 25 yards away from large animals like bison, elk, and moose, and 100 yards from predators such as bears and wolves. Bison, known for their unpredictable nature, can run three times faster than humans and have injured more people in Yellowstone than any other animal.

This incident marks the first bison-related injury reported in Yellowstone in 2025. In previous years, the park recorded two such incidents in 2024 and one in 2023.

Park officials continue to remind visitors that approaching bison poses a direct threat to the animals, which may respond by charging or displaying other aggressive behaviors. Observing wildlife from a distance using binoculars or a zoom lens is recommended to ensure safety.