A hiker standing too close to a bison on Catalina Island.

Bison Attacks on Catalina Island: 10 Detailed Incidents

While bison attacks on Catalina Island are relatively rare, they do happen, and in most instances, they are preventable. While working as a wildlife biologist on the island and assisting in the managment of the bison herd, I documented several bison attacks that resulted in significant injuries and lawsuits. Unlike Yellowstone National Park, where bison…