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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Muddy Bison

A rainy day in Yellowstone National Park brought out all the textures of this bison and his herd, highlighting their muddy horns, spiked hair, and wet nose.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 09.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Wyoming, United States of America
Copyright: © Chrissy Shammas