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The Fluffy Guardians of American Grasslands | Wild Critters USA
Did you know American bison create grasslands for all species? In this episode of the Wild Critters USA series on “Orbit: Science for kids on the move!”, families explore the prairies of North America with the help of the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute and discover why the American bison is one of the most important animals in its ecosystem.
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