A 12-year-old child was injured by a bison at Yellowstone National Park on June 29, 2026, near the 'Mud Volcano' area, according to the National Park Service. The incident occurred around 9:15 a.m. Mountain Time, and the child was transported to a nearby hospital by emergency crews. The National Park Service is investigating the event. This follows similar incidents involving bison injuries in the park, such as a New Jersey man injured in June 2025 near Old Faithful and a Florida man injured in Yellowstone's Lake Village area. The park warns visitors to maintain a safe distance from wildlife, emphasizing that bison can be aggressive if approached too closely. Bison are common in the park, with populations ranging between 3,500 and 6,000, and they can reach speeds of up to 30 mph.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about a bison-related injury without overtly favoring any political perspective. It provides balanced reporting on past incidents and includes warnings from the National Park Service without editorializing. While the topic involves wildlife management and its



