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Yellowstone Mechanic Stops So He Doesn't Hit Bull Bison, Bison Hits Him Anyway
Cowboy State Daily • • science
Key Points:
- Kyle Weber, a seasonal mechanic in Yellowstone, was driving at night when a bull bison suddenly charged and hit his pickup truck despite Weber stopping to avoid it, causing dents and broken lights.
- The incident occurred near Mud Volcano around 2:45 a.m., and Weber's dashcam recorded the bison slamming into the left side of his truck before running off.
- Bison are common road hazards in Yellowstone, especially at night, as their dark hides make them hard to see and their eyes do not reflect headlights like deer or elk, increasing the risk of collisions.
- Weber chose not to file an insurance claim due to mostly superficial damage and plans to repair the truck himself, keeping the dented hood as a unique keepsake from his summer in the park.
- Park workers emphasize that bison effectively "own the roads" in Yellowstone, urging drivers to exercise caution and respect to avoid provoking these large animals.
