Nikon D300 Salad | Bison with Spring Coat This adult Bison image was captured in the Solitude of Wind Cave NP. He has great character in his face and head. A mature Bison makes in imposing figure. They stand 5-6 feet tall weighing 1,800 to 2,400 pounds. Bison grow a thin layer of soft fine hair and a thick outer layer of course hair. This Bison is shedding his thick winter coat making him look very shaggy. In the fall, he’ll grow a new coat. Also, see American Bison | a 7 Image Story for more information and images.
The Back Story This image was a simple click out the car window. Using a vehicle for a blind also helps to get closer without disturbing the critter. Note: I post an image everyday at hankconrad.com.
Details…
| Event | A Day at Wind Cave NP |
| Location | Wind Cave NP |
| Date/Time | 5/30/2009 7:09pm Local Time |
| Weather | Partly Cloudy | 62°F | Moderate Winds |
| Method | Simple click. |
| Gear | Nikon D300 with an AF 80-400mm f4.5-5.6D ED VR lens |
| Exposure | 370mm (555mm) f/9 1/100s 0ev 800iso |
| Post | Added a little definition to the Bison’s coat. |
