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Drama in Yellowstone: Bison falls into hot spring and dies!
A bison died on June 1, 2025 at Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone. The incident sparked discussions about nature and wildlife.
Drama in Yellowstone: Bison falls into hot spring and dies!
A dramatic incident occurred in Yellowstone National Park, stimulating both visitors and discussion about the dangers of the park's hot springs. On June first, tourists, including Katie Hirtzel and her family, watched a bison fall into the 160-degree Grand Prismatic Spring and die. At first, Hirtzel thought she had discovered a dead bear, but it quickly turned out that it was a bison. Hirtzel and her family captured the moment in photos and shared them in a Facebook group.
Another visitor, Louise Howard, documented the bison's final moments. According to Howard, the animal first entered a shallower area of the pool before falling into a deeper part and not getting out. Reactions to the social media posts were mixed. Many found the publication of the images disrespectful, while others appreciated the natural history aspect.
A look at the dangers
Mike Poland, a scientist at the Yellowstone Volcano Observatory, said there are frequent reports of wildlife dying in the park's hot springs. However, there are no concrete figures on the frequency of such incidents. Scientists warn that Yellowstone's hot springs are dangerous to both wildlife and people, and have historically killed more people than bears and bison.
It is reported that in the park's history, hundreds of people have been injured and nearly two dozen have died in the hot springs. Katie Hirtzel and her family returned to the Grand Prismatic Pool the following day to see if the bison was still in the water — and it was what sparked a deeper discussion about the circle of life in nature that they had with their son.
The Beauty and Danger of Yellowstone
Yellowstone National Park attracts numerous visitors each year who come to admire the breathtaking landscapes and geothermal activities. An image taken during these visits shows three bison walking through steam over thermophilic bacteria at the edge of Grand Prismatic Spring. The image was selected as one of the finalists for the 2010 Nature Conservancy Photo Competition and, although it did not win, will appear in the calendar. The photographer noted that the bison seemed unfazed by the heat and chemicals of the volcanic soil, while he and his wife tried to stay protected from the sulfur mist.
Memories of such moments are shaped by stories of dramatic incidents such as the death of the bison. Yellowstone National Park remains a fascinating but potentially dangerous destination for visitors looking to experience the pristine wilderness.