K-State study finds reintroducing bison to grasslands increases plant diversity, drought resilience

A bison herd grazes on the Konza Prairie Biological Station. A new study led by a Kansas State University researcher shows reintroducing bison to grasslands increases plant diversity and drought resilience. Photo courtesy Barbara Van Slyke
— A Kansas State University- led study has found that reintroducing bison — a formerly dominant grazer — doubles plant diversity in a tallgrass prairie.…

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