Cold Bison

[Steve Robinson]

It was -17°F/-27°C when I took this shot of a bison shuffling along in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone with frost in its fur. Pentax K20D + DA* 50-135mm f/2.8 @ 50mm.

Steve Robinson - Man, It's Cold Out Here!​

 

[Asher Kelman]

Steve, this is a monumental image with looming tragedy. I like it but feel bad for the bison. I also realize, however, that this cold is part of the reason that this particular bison has survived to this day.

I can't help thinking of Toyota! If it cannot adapt, nature does not favor imperfections long term.

Asher

 

[Steve Robinson]

Thanks Asher. Actually there isn't much danger to this bison. They've lived here a long time in much colder weather. This has been a mild winter so far and spring is right around the corner. A wolf pack can take down a bison but it's usually in a situation where its been cornered. I enjoy winter in Yellowstone with the relative isolation compared to other times of the year.

 

[Cem_Usakligil]

Hi Steve,

It seems that you were pretty close to this bison! Are they used to people being in their neighborhood? Anyway, great shot!

Cheers,

 

[John Angulat]

It was -17°F/-27°C when I took this shot of a bison shuffling along in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone with frost in its fur. Pentax K20D + DA* 50-135mm f/2.8 @ 50mm.

Steve Robinson - Man, It's Cold Out Here!​

Striking image Steve!
There's a gentle majesty within these creatures, a stoic perseverance if you will.
Hunted to near extinction, they've made a comeback as best they can.

 

[Steve Robinson]

Thanks Cem and John. Cem, the bison was between 10 and 15 feet away but I was safely within my blind at the time of the capture although bison have been known to turn and gore an unwary visitor.

Steve Robinson's Blind ;~D​