A 12-year-old is injured after being attacked by a bison in Yellowstone National Park, according to the National Park Service and multiple news outlets. The incident occurs during a visit to the park and the child sustains injuries that prompt an emergency response. Park officials say emergency medical personnel transport the child to a nearby hospital for treatment.
One outlet reports the attack happens around 9:15 a.m. on Friday near the Mud Volcano area, just north of Fishing Bridge, citing park officials. Another outlet notes that this is the first reported bison attack in Yellowstone so far in 2026.
Yellowstone contains a large bison population, with one report estimating the park is home to roughly 4,000 to 6,000 bison. The coverage does not provide additional details about the child’s condition, the severity of injuries, or whether other people were involved. The park service’s statement and officials’ reports are the basis for the account across the sources.
