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MARK CATESBY (1682-1749)

American bison and Robinia

c.1722-6

RCIN 926092

In Catesby’s day vast herds of bison, the largest land animal in America, roamed the prairies. The bison was brought near to extinction by the end of the nineteenth century as a result of farming and hunting. The species was saved by a small number of private individuals with managed herds.


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