*** About Bison: Bison, often mistakenly called buffalo in North America, are a keystone species known to influence the ecology of the prairies. Revered by the First Nations peoples for their spiritual and practical importance, bison provided materials from fur for clothing to bones for tools, embodying a central element in the survival and cultural rituals of these communities. Today, conservation efforts aim to restore bison populations to ensure their ecological roles and cultural legacies continue. The depiction of bison in art emphasizes their monumental status and resonates with a broader understanding of conservation, history, and the interconnectedness of life.

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