1 of 1 Man with a baby bison in Yellowstone Park, USA Photo: Hellen Jack/nps.gov Man with a baby bison in Yellowstone Park, USA Photo: Hellen Jack/nps.gov
“He was in the water begging for help to get out. He was being dragged downstream,” he says. “I couldn’t bear to see him die.”
Unfortunately, Walters’ plan didn’t work: After interacting with humans, the bison began to be rejected by the herd itself (It is a typical behavior of the species). Park wardens even attempted to force a reintroduction process, but to no avail — the animal began approaching cars and people on the street, threatening the safety of park visitors. Then it was sacrificed.
As punishment for approaching the bison and violating Yellowstone regulations, the American was ordered by the judiciary last Wednesday (31) to pay a fine of US$500 (about R$2,470) and a donation of another US$500 dollars for a wild animal doomed protective foundation.
“The fine could have been a lot worse,” Walters said. “I would have paid more money to save the puppy’s life.”
Park rules require guests to keep a distance of 23 meters from bison, elk and deer. If you see bears and wolves, stay even further away, at 300 feet.