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Tourists Fined After Rescuing Bison Calf at Yellowstone

6/2/2025

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In May 2016, tourists Shamash and Shakeel Kassam made headlines when they rescued a freezing bison calf at Yellowstone National Park, cradling it in their SUV. Tragically, the calf was later euthanized after being shunned by its herd. The Kassams were fined, underscoring the critical need to respect wildlife boundaries.

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Story summary

In May 2016, tourists Shamash and Shakeel Kassam made headlines when they rescued a freezing bison calf at Yellowstone National Park, cradling it in their SUV. Tragically, the calf was later euthanized after being shunned by its herd. The Kassams were fined, underscoring the critical need to respect wildlife boundaries.