Bisonte americano
Bison bison
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Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Animals)
Phylum
Chordata
(cordados)
Class
Mammalia
(mamíferos)
Order
Artiodactyla
(artiodáctilos)
Family
Bovidae
(Bovids)
Genus
Bison
Species
Bison bison
(Bisonte americano)
Names in Other Languages
Spanish
Bisonte americano
German
Amerikanischer Bison
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Bisonte americano?
The scientific name of Bisonte americano is Bison bison. It belongs to the genus Bison.
Where does Bisonte americano live?
Bisonte americano is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Colombia, Norway, Poland, Russia, Sweden, United States.
What family does Bisonte americano belong to?
Bisonte americano (Bison bison) belongs to the genus Bison, which is part of the taxonomic family Bovidae.
What kingdom does Bisonte americano belong to?
Bisonte americano (Bison bison) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Bisonte americano?
The closest relatives of Bisonte americano in the genus Bison include Bisonte Europeo.
Genus Bison — 2 Species
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Bisonte americano
Bison bison
Bisonte Europeo
Bison bonasus
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